How to Make the Perfect Spiced Chai Pear Crumble
British-American · Easy · 55 min · 6 servings
This warming dessert combines juicy ripe pears spiced with chai tea spices under a buttery oat crumble topping that bakes to golden perfection. It is a fragrant and comforting fall dessert that fills the kitchen with the most incredible spiced aroma.
Why this recipe works
This Spiced Chai Pear Crumble recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 55 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 340 calories with 4g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 5 medium ripe Bartlett pears peeled cored and sliced
- 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats
- 0.5 cup all purpose flour
- 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter cut into cubes
- 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
- 2 teaspoons chai spice blend
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Pear Filling
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly butter a 9 inch square baking dish or equivalent sized oven safe dish. In a large bowl toss the sliced pears with a quarter cup of the brown sugar, 1 teaspoon of the chai spice blend, and a squeeze of lemon juice until the pears are evenly coated. Pour the pear mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer.
Step 2: Make the Crumble Topping
In the same bowl combine the rolled oats, all purpose flour, remaining brown sugar, and remaining teaspoon of chai spice. Add the cold butter cubes and use your fingertips to rub the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs with some larger pea sized butter pieces remaining. These butter pieces are what create a wonderfully textured crumble topping.
Step 3: Assemble and Bake
Scatter the crumble topping evenly over the pear filling, covering all the fruit completely. Do not press the crumble down as keeping it loose allows it to crisp up beautifully in the oven. Bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 35 to 40 minutes until the topping is deep golden brown and the pear filling is bubbling around the edges.
Step 4: Rest and Serve
Remove the crumble from the oven and allow it to rest for at least 10 minutes before serving. This resting time allows the fruit filling to thicken slightly as it cools. Serve warm in bowls topped with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of lightly whipped cream for the ultimate cozy fall dessert experience.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- Bartlett pears → Honeycrisp or Granny Smith apples for a classic apple crumble
- all purpose flour → almond flour or gluten free oat flour for a gluten free version
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Using underripe hard pears that do not soften properly during baking and remain unpleasantly crunchy in the final dessert
- Pressing the crumble topping down firmly onto the fruit which compacts it and prevents it from becoming light and crispy
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 340 calories, 4g protein, 52g carbs, 14g fat, 5g fiber.
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