MSG Free Cinnamon-Walnut Pear Oat Crisp
Warm, bubbling pear filling beneath a golden, crunchy walnut-oat topping — this dessert is the kind of thing that makes your kitchen smell like a bakery in the best possible way. Every ingredient here is whole and straightforward: ripe pears, rolled oats, raw walnuts, almond flour, maple syrup, and coconut oil, with cinnamon and ginger doing the heavy lifting on flavor. That simplicity is exactly what makes it such a reliable choice for anyone avoiding hidden additives, since there are no seasoning packets, flavor enhancers, or processed shortcuts anywhere in the recipe. Arrowroot starch thickens the filling naturally as it bakes, so the fruit gets jammy and luscious without any mystery ingredients. The topping comes together in one bowl and bakes into satisfying, crackly clusters that contrast beautifully with the soft, spiced pears underneath. Letting it rest for ten minutes before serving is worth the patience — the filling tightens up and every scoop holds together perfectly. Serve it as-is or with a dollop of whipped cream for a dessert that feels genuinely indulgent while staying completely clean.
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6 servings
For the filling
- 4 medium ripe pears (about 2 lbs), peeled, cored, and cut into ½-inch slices
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- 1 tbsp arrowroot starch
For the topping
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- ¾ cup raw walnuts, roughly chopped
- ¼ cup almond flour
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 3 tbsp coconut oil, melted
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch baking dish with a small amount of coconut oil.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, toss the sliced pears with 2 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and arrowroot starch until the pears are evenly coated. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer.
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