Name: Spiced Pear Berry Crumble
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 ripe pears, peeled and sliced; 2 cups mixed berries (fresh or frozen); 1/3 cup brown sugar; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/2 tsp ground ginger; 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg; 2 tbsp cornstarch or all-purpose flour; 3/4 cup all-purpose flour; 3/4 cup rolled oats; 1/3 cup brown sugar; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed; 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon; Pinch of salt; Optional: 1/4 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)

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Spiced Pear Berry Crumble is a cozy, fruit-filled dessert that combines juicy pears and mixed berries with warm spices and a golden, buttery oat topping. It’s rustic, easy to make, and perfect for cooler months when I want something sweet, spiced, and comforting straight from the oven.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

I love this crumble because it takes simple ingredients and turns them into a beautiful, fragrant dessert with minimal effort. The pears turn tender and syrupy, the berries burst with color and tang, and the cinnamon-spiced topping gets deliciously crisp. It’s just right for serving after dinner or even sneaking a spoonful for breakfast the next day. Spiced Pear Berry Crumble

Ingredients

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For the filling:

Ripe pears, peeled and sliced
Mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
Brown sugar
Lemon juice
Ground cinnamon
Ground ginger
Ground nutmeg
Cornstarch or all-purpose flour (to thicken)

For the crumble topping:

All-purpose flour
Rolled oats
Brown sugar
Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
Ground cinnamon
Pinch of salt
Optional: chopped nuts (like walnuts or pecans)

Directions

I preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
In a large bowl, I toss the pears and berries with brown sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cornstarch until well coated. I pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
In another bowl, I combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. I cut in the cold butter with a pastry cutter or my fingers until the mixture forms pea-sized crumbles.
I sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the fruit.
I bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is golden and the fruit is bubbly and soft.
I let it cool slightly before serving warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Servings and timing

This recipe serves 6–8.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 40 minutes
Total time: 55 minutes

Variations

I swap berries with cranberries for a tart holiday twist.
I add orange zest or a splash of vanilla extract to the fruit filling.
I use almond flour in the topping for a nuttier flavor.
I mix in chopped apples with the pears for a more textured filling.
I make individual servings in ramekins for portioned desserts.

Storage/Reheating

I store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 4 days. To reheat, I warm the crumble in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10–15 minutes, or microwave single portions for about 30 seconds. The topping stays crispier when reheated in the oven. Spiced Pear Berry Crumble

FAQs

Can I use frozen berries?

Yes, I use frozen berries straight from the freezer—no need to thaw. I just add an extra teaspoon of cornstarch to account for the extra liquid.

What type of pears work best?

I like Bartlett or Bosc pears—they’re sweet, juicy, and bake well without turning mushy.

Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes, I assemble the crumble and refrigerate it unbaked for up to a day. When I’m ready, I bake it fresh so the topping stays crisp.

Can I make it gluten-free?

Absolutely. I use a gluten-free flour blend and certified gluten-free oats to make it fully gluten-free.

Is this dessert very sweet?

It’s moderately sweet. If I prefer it less sweet, I reduce the sugar slightly or use tart berries to balance it out.

Conclusion

Spiced Pear Berry Crumble is one of my favorite go-to desserts when I want something easy, warm, and full of seasonal flavor. The mix of tender pears, juicy berries, and crisp oat topping makes every bite feel like a hug in dessert form. Whether I serve it fresh from the oven or enjoy it chilled with a scoop of ice cream, it’s a dish I’ll be making all fall and winter long.

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Spiced Pear Berry Crumble is a warm, rustic dessert made with tender pears, juicy mixed berries, and a golden oat topping flavored with cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. It’s easy to make and perfect for fall and winter comfort.

Author: Lizaa
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Yield: 6–8 servings
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

4 ripe pears, peeled and sliced
2 cups mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
1/3 cup brown sugar
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
2 tbsp cornstarch or all-purpose flour
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup rolled oats
1/3 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
Pinch of salt
Optional: 1/4 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
In a large bowl, toss pears and berries with brown sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cornstarch until well coated.
Pour the fruit mixture into the prepared baking dish.
In a separate bowl, combine flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter or fingers until mixture forms pea-sized crumbles. Stir in nuts if using.
Sprinkle crumble topping evenly over the fruit.
Bake for 35–40 minutes, until the top is golden and fruit is bubbling.
Let cool slightly before serving warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.