Fresh Pear Crumble Pie Recipe

Indulge in this irresistible Fresh Pear Crumble Pie, a delightful heritage recipe perfect for using up abundant pear harvests! Bursting with juicy pears and a buttery, spiced crumble topping, this pie is a taste of autumn comfort. Even if fresh pears are scarce, canned pears work beautifully. Get ready to savor every delicious bite!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 457.4 kcal
Protein 7g
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Ingredients for Fresh Pear Crumble Pie

  • 6 medium pears (about 6 cups sliced)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter
  • 1 (9-inch) pie crust
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

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How to Make Fresh Pear Crumble Pie

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. Peel, core, and slice 6 medium pears (about 6 cups sliced).
  3. In a medium bowl, gently toss the sliced pears with 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 1 tablespoon lemon zest, and 2 tablespoons lemon juice.
  4. Pour the pear mixture into a 9-inch pie crust.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, and 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces.
  6. Using a pastry blender or your fingers, cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  7. Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the pears.
  8. Bake for 15 minutes at 450°F (232°C), then reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (177°C) and bake for an additional 30-35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
  9. Let cool completely on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

165g

Fat

36g

Carbs

24g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Fresh Pear Crumble Pie?

Fresh Pear Crumble Pie takes about 90 minutes from start to finish — roughly 25 minutes to prepare and 65 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Fresh Pear Crumble Pie?

Fresh Pear Crumble Pie has approximately 457.4 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 24 g carbohydrates and 27 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Fresh Pear Crumble Pie?

The key ingredients for Fresh Pear Crumble Pie are Fresh Pears, Sugar, Salt, Cornstarch, Fresh Lemon Rind, Lemon Juice. See the full list with measurements above.

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