Pear and Ginger Crisp

Vegetarian
Health score
2%
Pear and Ginger Crisp
45 min.
8
295kcal

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors with our Pear and Ginger Crisp, a vegetarian dessert that perfectly balances sweetness and spice. This delightful treat brings together the natural sweetness of ripe pears with the warm, aromatic hints of ginger, all enveloped in a buttery, crunchy topping. With its cozy and inviting profile, this dish is the ideal way to end a meal or to enjoy as a celebratory snack on a crisp afternoon.

Ready in just 45 minutes, the Pear and Ginger Crisp serves eight people, making it perfect for gatherings or family dinners. It’s a fantastic dessert to impress your guests while keeping it simple and fuss-free. The combination of brown sugar, zesty lemon juice, and crunchy pecans creates a wonderful texture, while the infusion of ginger adds a unique and warming touch that elevates the classic fruit crisp into something extraordinary. With each bite, you’ll experience the satisfying crunch of the topping mingling with the gooey, fragrant pear filling.

Not only is this dessert a true crowd-pleaser, but it’s also a lighter option at just 295 calories per serving. Whether you’re looking to satisfy a sweet tooth or seeking a comforting dish to warm your heart and home, our Pear and Ginger Crisp is an excellent choice. Serve it warm, perhaps topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch of indulgence!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
  • tablespoons butter chilled cut into small pieces
  • 0.8 cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger 
  • 1.5 teaspoons ground ginger 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • 1.5 teaspoons lemon rind grated
  • 2.5 pounds pears cored peeled sliced
  • 0.3 cup pecans finely chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup slivered almonds 
  • 0.3 cup water 
  • ounce bread white

Equipment

  • food processor
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • blender
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 35
  2. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add first 6 ingredients; cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Place pear mixture in a 2-quart casserole lightly coated with cooking spray.
  5. Lightly spoon flour into a dry measuring cup; level with a knife.
  6. Combine flour, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons ginger, and salt; cut in butter with a pastry blender or 2 knives until mixture resembles coarse meal.
  7. Place bread in a food processor; pulse 10 times or until crumbs measure 3/4 cup. Stir breadcrumbs and nuts into flour mixture.
  8. Sprinkle flour mixture evenly over pear mixture.
  9. Bake at 350 for 40 minutes or until filling is bubbly and topping is golden.

Nutrition Facts

Calories295kcal
Protein4.15%
Fat25.74%
Carbs70.11%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.07
Glycemic Load
14.06
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
7.7721738672775%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
3.37mg
Delphinidin
0.25mg
Catechin
0.67mg
Epigallocatechin
1.12mg
Epicatechin
5.38mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.32mg
Eriodictyol
0.19mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Isorhamnetin
0.51mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
1.22mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:294.79kcal
14.74%
Fat:8.87g
13.64%
Saturated Fat:3.13g
19.56%
Carbohydrates:54.35g
18.12%
Net Carbohydrates:48.68g
17.7%
Sugar:34.46g
38.29%
Cholesterol:11.29mg
3.76%
Sodium:131.36mg
5.71%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.22g
6.43%
Manganese:0.58mg
28.98%
Fiber:5.66g
22.65%
Copper:0.23mg
11.37%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.53%
Vitamin C:8.07mg
9.78%
Folate:38.76µg
9.69%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.8%
Selenium:5.79µg
8.27%
Vitamin E:1.23mg
8.17%
Iron:1.38mg
7.68%
Magnesium:30.08mg
7.52%
Potassium:259.59mg
7.42%
Vitamin B3:1.33mg
6.64%
Vitamin K:6.77µg
6.45%
Phosphorus:62.61mg
6.26%
Calcium:53.4mg
5.34%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
3.77%
Zinc:0.55mg
3.65%
Vitamin A:169.17IU
3.38%
Vitamin B5:0.23mg
2.26%
Source:My Recipes