French Pear Pie

Health score
1%
French Pear Pie
90 min.
8
489kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of a classic French Pear Pie, a dessert that beautifully marries the sweetness of ripe pears with a buttery, crumbly topping. This recipe is perfect for gatherings, family dinners, or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth. With its warm, inviting aroma wafting through your kitchen, this pie is sure to become a favorite among friends and family.

Imagine sinking your fork into a slice of this luscious pie, where the tender, juicy pears are perfectly complemented by a hint of nutmeg and the zesty brightness of fresh lemon juice. The contrast between the soft fruit filling and the crunchy, golden-brown topping creates a delightful texture that will leave you craving more. Plus, it’s a wonderful way to showcase seasonal pears, making it a fantastic choice for autumn gatherings or holiday celebrations.

Not only is this French Pear Pie a treat for the taste buds, but it’s also surprisingly easy to make. With just a handful of ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a stunning dessert that looks as good as it tastes. So, roll up your sleeves, preheat that oven, and get ready to impress your loved ones with this exquisite dessert that captures the essence of French baking. Your kitchen will be filled with the comforting scent of baked pears, and your guests will be asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup brown sugar 
  • 0.5 cup butter 
  • cup flour all-purpose
  •  juice of lemon juiced
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg grated
  • large pears peeled sliced
  • 9-inch unbaked single pie crust ()
  • 0.7 cup sugar white

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • pie form
  • pastry cutter

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  2. Sprinkle pears with lemon juice in a bowl.
  3. Mix white sugar and nutmeg in a separate small bowl; sprinkle over pears and mix thoroughly.
  4. Fit pie crust into the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish.
  5. Cut butter, brown sugar, and flour together in a bowl using a pastry cutter until mixture resembles crumbs. Spoon pear mixture into pie shell and sprinkle top with brown sugar mixture.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and bake until filling is bubbling and crumble topping is lightly browned, about 35 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories489kcal
Protein3.11%
Fat33%
Carbs63.89%

Properties

Glycemic Index
37.73
Glycemic Load
27.96
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
8.0956521202689%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
3.55mg
Catechin
0.47mg
Epigallocatechin
1.02mg
Epicatechin
6.49mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.29mg
Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Isorhamnetin
0.52mg
Quercetin
1.46mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:489.07kcal
24.45%
Fat:18.53g
28.5%
Saturated Fat:9.43g
58.93%
Carbohydrates:80.72g
26.91%
Net Carbohydrates:74.28g
27.01%
Sugar:46.97g
52.19%
Cholesterol:30.5mg
10.17%
Sodium:199.59mg
8.68%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.93g
7.87%
Fiber:6.43g
25.73%
Manganese:0.31mg
15.67%
Folate:59.58µg
14.89%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
14.28%
Vitamin C:8.87mg
10.75%
Selenium:7.31µg
10.44%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.19%
Iron:1.8mg
10.01%
Vitamin K:10.45µg
9.96%
Copper:0.19mg
9.61%
Vitamin B3:1.9mg
9.51%
Vitamin A:398.27IU
7.97%
Potassium:267.39mg
7.64%
Phosphorus:60.1mg
6.01%
Magnesium:21.24mg
5.31%
Vitamin E:0.67mg
4.44%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
3.87%
Calcium:38.06mg
3.81%
Vitamin B5:0.29mg
2.93%
Zinc:0.42mg
2.78%
Source:Allrecipes