Gelatin Free Pear and Ginger Crumble

Total time1 hr 5 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time40 min

4.5

(15)

Warm, bubbling fruit beneath a golden, crunchy topping — this pear and ginger crumble is the kind of dessert that makes everyone lean in for a closer look the moment it comes out of the oven. The filling leans on arrowroot starch rather than any animal-derived thickener, so you get that gorgeous jammy consistency without a drop of gelatin in sight. Fresh ginger and a hint of cardamom give the pears a lively, aromatic kick that feels far more interesting than a standard fruit bake. The topping comes together with rolled oats, almond flour, and roughly chopped walnuts bound by maple syrup and coconut oil — no hidden additives, just honest pantry ingredients that toast up beautifully. Every component is naturally plant-based and straightforward, which means you don't have to scrutinize labels or worry about what's quietly lurking in a store-bought version. Let it rest for a few minutes after baking and the filling thickens into something truly spoonable and satisfying. Serve it straight from the dish and watch it disappear.

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Ingredients

6 servings

For the filling

2 lbs ripe but firm pears (about 5 medium), peeled, cored, and cut into ¾-inch chunks
1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
2 tbsp maple syrup
1 tbsp arrowroot starch
½ tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp ground cardamom
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

For the topping

1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
½ cup almond flour
½ cup raw walnuts, roughly chopped
3 tbsp maple syrup
3 tbsp coconut oil, melted
½ tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp ground ginger
¼ tsp fine sea salt

Instructions

1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch baking dish with a small amount of coconut oil.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the pear chunks, grated ginger, 2 tbsp maple syrup, arrowroot starch, cinnamon, cardamom, and lemon juice. Toss until the pears are evenly coated, then spread the mixture in an even layer in the prepared baking dish.

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