Pecan Free Cinnamon-Walnut Pear Oat Crisp
Warm, bubbling fruit crisps are one of those desserts that feel indulgent but come together with surprisingly little effort. This one layers tender, spiced pears beneath a golden, clumpy topping built from rolled oats, chopped walnuts, and almond flour — all bound together with maple syrup and melted coconut oil. The arrowroot starch in the filling does quiet, important work, thickening those sweet pear juices into something almost jammy as it bakes. Cinnamon and ginger run through both the filling and the topping, so every bite is deeply spiced and cohesive. For anyone navigating tree nut concerns specifically around pecans, this crisp leans on walnuts instead, making it a genuinely satisfying option without any substitutions or workarounds required. The whole thing is naturally sweetened and dairy-free, so it fits easily into a range of eating styles beyond just one restriction. Serve it warm from the dish with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of cream, and it will disappear fast.
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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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