Capsaicin Free Pear Ginger Crumble with Coconut Topping
Warm, bubbling fruit desserts are one of life's great comforts, and this pear and ginger crumble delivers all of that cozy satisfaction without a trace of heat or spice that could cause issues for capsaicin-sensitive eaters. Ripe pears are tossed with fresh ginger, Ceylon cinnamon, maple syrup, and a splash of lemon juice before being blanketed in a golden, coconut-studded topping — it smells absolutely incredible as it bakes. The crumble itself comes together with cassava flour, tapioca starch, and shredded coconut bound by melted coconut oil and maple syrup, creating those irresistible irregular clumps that crisp up beautifully in the oven. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from capsaicin, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out. After about 35 to 40 minutes, the topping turns a deep golden brown and the pear juices start bubbling around the edges — that's your cue that something truly special is almost ready. A short rest out of the oven lets the filling thicken just enough so every spoonful holds together perfectly. Serve it as-is or with your favorite dairy-free topping for a dessert that feels indulgent but is genuinely straightforward to make.
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6 servings
For the filling
- 2 lb ripe but firm pears (about 5 medium), peeled, cored, and cut into ¾-inch chunks
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp ceylon cinnamon
- 1 tbsp arrowroot starch
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ¼ tsp salt
For the crumble topping
- ¾ cup cassava flour
- ¼ cup tapioca starch
- ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- ¼ cup coconut oil, melted and slightly cooled
- ½ tsp ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp 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, 2 tbsp maple syrup, grated ginger, 1 tsp Ceylon cinnamon, arrowroot starch, lemon juice, and 1/4 tsp salt. Toss until the pears are evenly coated, then transfer to the prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer.
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