Description
Jamie Oliver’s Pear Crumble is a simple yet delicious dessert made with ripe pears, sugar, and a buttery crumble topping. The pears are cooked until soft and caramelized, while the crumble is baked until golden and crispy. This recipe is easy to follow and results in a classic, comforting dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Filling:
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- 5 ripe pears (peeled, cored, and sliced)
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- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
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- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For the Crumble Topping:
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- 150g plain flour
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- 100g unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
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- 75g brown sugar
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- 50g oats (optional, for extra texture)
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- A pinch of salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a baking dish with a little butter or oil to prevent the crumble from sticking.
Peel, core, and slice the pears into thick wedges. Place them in a large mixing bowl and toss with the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and lemon juice. This helps enhance the sweetness and flavor of the pears while preventing them from browning.
In a separate bowl, combine the plain flour and a pinch of salt. Add the cold, cubed butter and rub it into the flour using your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs. Stir in the brown sugar and oats (if using) to complete the crumble mixture.
Spread the prepared pear slices evenly in the greased baking dish. Sprinkle the crumble mixture over the top of the pears, ensuring the entire surface is covered for a nice crunchy topping.
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the crumble topping is golden and crispy, and the pears are bubbling and tender.
Remove the pear crumble from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, a dollop of cream, or a drizzle of custard for a truly indulgent dessert.