Pear and Cheddar Crisp

Pear and Cheddar Crisp
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    45 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    45

Discover an unexpectedly delightful harmony of sweet and savory with this Pear and Cheddar Crisp. The juicy pears, spiced with warm cinnamon and cloves, create a beautiful contrast with the sharp cheddar and buttery, crumbly topping. It's a guaranteed conversation starter!

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    74 g
  • Cholesterol
    30 mg
  • Fiber
    6 g
  • Protein
    4 g
  • Saturated Fat
    7 g
  • Sodium
    72 mg
  • Sugar
    52 g
  • Fat
    11 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Butter a 2-quart casserole dish. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins In a large bowl, gently toss the sliced pears with the lemon juice to prevent browning. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup light brown sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and cloves until well combined. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Add the sugar mixture to the pears and toss gently until the pears are evenly coated. Transfer the pear mixture to the prepared casserole dish. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins Sprinkle the shredded Cheddar cheese evenly over the pear mixture in the dish. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 2 mins In a food processor, combine the flour and 1/2 cup light brown sugar. Pulse briefly to mix. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Be careful not to over-process. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the Cheddar cheese layer. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 45 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the pear filling is bubbling. (45 minutes)

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Recipe View Let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm, on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Feel free to experiment with different types of pears, such as Anjou or Bartlett. The key is to use pears that are firm enough to hold their shape during baking.
For an extra nutty flavor, add 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans to the topping mixture.
If you don't have a food processor, you can use a pastry blender or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour mixture.
To prevent the topping from browning too quickly, tent the dish with aluminum foil during the last 15 minutes of baking.
This crisp can be assembled ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking. Add a few minutes to the baking time if baking from cold.
Consider adding 1/4 teaspoon of ground ginger to the pear mixture for a little extra warmth and spice.

Jarrell Fishermedhurst

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 15 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (6)
  • Thora Kiehn

    I was skeptical about the cheddar cheese, but it really works! The sweet and savory combination is amazing.

  • Lea Beer

    This pear and cheddar crisp is the perfect dessert for a cool autumn evening.

  • Tony Hoppe

    I added a little bit of ginger to the pear mixture, as suggested, and it gave it a lovely warmth.

  • Frieda Harber

    The topping was perfectly crisp, and the pears were tender and juicy. I'll definitely be making this again.

  • Hailie Wisoky

    I used a mixture of different types of pears, and it turned out great. This recipe is very versatile.

  • Terrence Goldner

    This recipe is so easy to follow, and the results are fantastic. My family loved it!

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