Gut Friendly Orange-Pistachio Pear Oat Crisp
Warm, bubbling pear filling beneath a golden, crunchy topping — this dessert hits every note you want from a fruit crisp without any of the ingredients that tend to upset a sensitive gut. Ripe pears bring natural sweetness and gentle fiber, while arrowroot starch thickens the juices cleanly without relying on refined flour or cornstarch. The topping leans on rolled oats, almond flour, and roughly chopped pistachios, all bound together with maple syrup and coconut oil for a satisfying crunch that feels indulgent but stays wholesome. Bright orange zest and juice run through both the filling and the topping, giving the whole dish a citrusy lift that keeps it from feeling heavy. Ground ginger and cinnamon add warmth and are both well-regarded for their digestive-friendly properties, making every bite as comforting as it is intentional. The whole thing comes together in one baking dish, which means less cleanup and more time enjoying a dessert that genuinely works for your body.
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6 servings
For the filling
- 2 lbs ripe but firm pears (about 5 medium), peeled, cored, and sliced ¼-inch thick
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp fresh orange juice
- 1 tsp orange zest
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- 1 tbsp arrowroot starch
For the topping
- 1 ½ cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- ¾ cup raw pistachios, roughly chopped
- ¼ cup almond flour
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 3 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 1 tsp orange zest
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with a small amount of coconut oil.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced pears, 2 tbsp maple syrup, orange juice, 1 tsp orange zest, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, ground ginger, and arrowroot starch. Toss until the pears are evenly coated, then spread them in an even layer in the prepared baking dish.
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