Mushroom Free Orange-Pistachio Pear Oat Crisp
Juicy spiced pears meet a crunchy, golden topping loaded with pistachios and bright citrus in this stunning baked dessert. The filling gets tossed with fresh orange juice, orange zest, warm cinnamon, and a hint of ginger before arrowroot starch works its magic to thicken everything into a glossy, bubbling base. On top, old-fashioned rolled oats and roughly chopped pistachios come together with coconut oil and maple syrup to form irresistible clusters that bake up deeply golden and satisfying. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from fungi and fungal derivatives — no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out. It's the kind of dessert that looks and smells impressive enough for a dinner party but comes together in one bowl per component with zero fuss. Let it rest for a few minutes after it comes out of the oven so the filling sets up perfectly, then scoop it into bowls while it's still warm.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
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.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!