Pear Crisps with Vanilla Brown Butter

Vegetarian
Health score
5%
Pear Crisps with Vanilla Brown Butter
4500 min.
6
408kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Pear Crisps with Vanilla Brown Butter, a dessert that perfectly balances sweetness and warmth. This vegetarian treat is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or a cozy night in. The star of the show, firm-ripe Anjou or Bartlett pears, are coarsely chopped and combined with a luscious blend of sugars and a hint of pear brandy, creating a filling that is both fragrant and inviting.

What truly elevates this dish is the rich, nutty aroma of brown butter infused with the essence of vanilla bean. As the butter cooks, it transforms into a golden elixir that adds depth and complexity to the crisp topping. Made from finely chopped almonds and a touch of flour, this topping bakes to a perfect golden brown, providing a satisfying crunch that contrasts beautifully with the tender, juicy pears beneath.

Whether you're serving it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoying it on its own, this Pear Crisps recipe is sure to impress. With a preparation time that allows for leisurely cooking, you can savor the process as much as the end result. Gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • lb purée of usa bartlett pear peeled coarsely chopped ( 6)
  • tablespoon flour all-purpose
  • tablespoons granulated sugar 
  • 0.3 cup brown sugar light packed
  • tablespoons pears 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 stick butter unsalted
  •  vanilla pod split
  • cup almonds whole with skin

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Pulse together flour, almonds, brown sugar, and salt in a food processor until nuts are finely chopped.
  2. Add butter and pulse just until blended. Coarsely crumble in a shallow baking pan and chill at least 1 hour.
  3. Preheat oven to 425°F with rack in middle.
  4. Scrape seeds from vanilla bean into a small heavy saucepan, then add pod and butter and cook over medium-low heat, swirling pan occasionally, until butter is browned and fragrant, about 4 minutes.
  5. While butter browns, stir together sugars, flour, and a pinch of salt in a large bowl.
  6. Add pears and brandy and toss to combine.
  7. Discard vanilla pod, then toss butter with pear mixture. Spoon filling into gratin dishes and sprinkle with topping, mounding it slightly in centers. Put in a shallow baking pan and bake 30 minutes, then rotate baking sheet and bake until topping is golden brown and filling is bubbling, 10 to 15 minutes more. Cool to warm or room temperature on a rack.
  8. ·Topping can be chilled, covered, up to 2 days.·Crisps can be assembled (but not baked) 1 day ahead and chilled, covered. Bring to room temperature before baking.

Nutrition Facts

Calories408kcal
Protein5.86%
Fat42.81%
Carbs51.33%

Properties

Glycemic Index
38.81
Glycemic Load
14.99
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
12.48130446802%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.69mg
Catechin
0.32mg
Epigallocatechin
0.65mg
Epicatechin
0.33mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Eriodictyol
0.06mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Isorhamnetin
0.64mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Quercetin
0.13mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:407.95kcal
20.4%
Fat:20.05g
30.85%
Saturated Fat:5.75g
35.91%
Carbohydrates:54.08g
18.03%
Net Carbohydrates:43.89g
15.96%
Sugar:36.39g
40.43%
Cholesterol:20.25mg
6.75%
Sodium:103.12mg
4.48%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.18g
12.35%
Vitamin E:6.6mg
43.99%
Fiber:10.2g
40.79%
Manganese:0.65mg
32.3%
Copper:0.43mg
21.72%
Vitamin B2:0.34mg
20.12%
Magnesium:79.59mg
19.9%
Phosphorus:144.15mg
14.42%
Vitamin C:10.19mg
12.35%
Potassium:425.37mg
12.15%
Calcium:95.12mg
9.51%
Vitamin K:9.5µg
9.05%
Iron:1.45mg
8.07%
Folate:27.1µg
6.78%
Vitamin B3:1.33mg
6.65%
Zinc:0.95mg
6.34%
Vitamin A:300.3IU
6.01%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.8%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
4.88%
Selenium:1.86µg
2.66%
Vitamin B5:0.24mg
2.37%
Source:Epicurious