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    Pear and Pomegranate Crumble

    Published: Nov 6, 2020 · Modified: Oct 30, 2021 by Samantha Ferraro · This post may contain affiliate links · 5 Comments

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    Pear and pomegranate crumble flavored with fresh orange zest and vanilla paste is simple dessert that is impressive enough to serve on a weeknight or for a more lavish holiday dessert.

    Pear and pomegranate crumble flavored with orange zest and vanilla paste is a simple and impressive weeknight dessert.

    Crumble is the Answer to a Quick Dessert

    When I am craving a quick dessert without much fuss, I turn to crumbles. See, crumbles are like cooking. Not much measuring, go with the flow and use what you have on hand, sort of dessert.

    Different fruit combinations with a good dash of sugar and good ole' flour and butter topping is all you need. Once you get that down, flavor combinations are endless.

    Pear and Pomegranate Crumble

    • Aromatics and flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg and orange go so well with pear and pomegranate. Lemon or grapefruit would work in place of orange if you need a substitute.
    • Topping includes flour, sugar, butter and oats, though oats can be eliminated if needed.
    • Pears are slightly sweet yet hold up to the baking. I used peeled and chopped d'anjou pears.
    • Pomegranate seeds hulled from a fresh pomegranate or pre-prepped, even frozen pomegranate arils will work. They are a bit tart and plump slightly as the crumble bakes.

    Pear Crumble Instructions

    1. In a medium bowl, add together all the topping ingredients (flour, brown sugar, oatmeal, cinnamon and nutmeg and cold butter. Use your finger tips to mix everything together and break up the butter until it is the sizes of peas. Don't be afraid to get your hands in there to really break the butter up.

    Flour and oat topping for pomegranate and pear crumble.

    2. In another bowl make the filling. Add together the chopped pears, pomegranate seeds, orange zest and juice of lemon and orange, vanilla paste, cinnamon, nutmeg, flour, salt and white sugar. Give everything a good mix.

    Filling for pear crumble with lots of orange zest, pomegranate seeds, cubed pears and spices.

    3. Butter the inside of an oven safe casserole dish and pour fruit mixture into the dish.

    4. Top with the topping and gently press the topping down onto the fruit mixture.

    5. Place the crumble on a foil lined baking sheet just in case of any spills and bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for about 40-45 minutes. When done, topping should be lightly golden browned and fruit bubbling.

    6. Once done, let the crumble sit for a good 5 minutes since it will be very hot, then enjoy!

    Pear and pomegranate crumble flavored with orange zest and vanilla paste is a simple and impressive weeknight dessert.

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    Pear and pomegranate crumble flavored with orange zest and vanilla paste is a simple and impressive weeknight dessert.

    Pear and Pomegranate Crumble

    Samantha Ferraro

    LittleFerraroKitchen.com

    Pear and pomegranate crumble flavored with orange zest and vanilla paste is a simple and impressive weeknight dessert.
    5 from 5 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 40 minutes mins
    Total Time 50 minutes mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American, Mediterranean
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 513 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    Topping

    • ½ cup all purpose flour
    • ¼ cup unsalted butter softened
    • ½ cup oats
    • ½ cup brown sugar
    • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
    • ½ teaspoon nutmeg

    Fruit Filling

    • 4 pears peeled and cut into ½ inch pieces
    • ¾-1 cup pomegranate seeds
    • 1 orange zest and juice
    • 1 lemon zest and juice
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla paste
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
    • ½ teaspoon nutmeg
    • ¼ cup flour
    • ¼ cup white sugar
    • Pinch of salt

    Instructions
     

    • Pre-heat Oven: to 375 degrees Fahrenheit while you prep the rest of the recipe.
    • Make the Topping: In a medium bowl add the flour and butter and use your fingers to break up the butter until its the size of small peas. Add the oats, brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg and mix everythign together.
    • Make the Filling: In another bowl, add the chopped pears, pomegranate seeds, lemon and orange zest and juice, vanilla paste, spices, flour, sugar and pinch of salt. Give everything a good mix.
    • Pour Mixture into Dish: Lightly butter the inside of a small-medium oven safe casserole dish (a 3 cup souffle dish works well) and spoon fruit mixture into the dish.
    • Add Topping: Top the fruit mixture with the oat topping, gently pressing down to topping sticks.
    • Bake Crumble: Place cruble on a foil lined baking sheet (just in case there is any spillage) and bake for 40-45 minutes. When done, topping should be lightly browned and fruit bubbling.
    • Let Crumble Sit: It will be very hot so allow the crumble to cool down for at least 5 miutes before serving.

    Notes

    Feel free to have fun with the fruit combinations. Such as substituting apples for pears or using all lemon or all orange instead of both.
    Pear crumble can be prepped ahead and baked when ready.
    Crumble will stay well in the fridge for up to 3 days.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 513kcalCarbohydrates: 99gProtein: 5gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 13mgPotassium: 393mgFiber: 9gSugar: 61gVitamin A: 473IUVitamin C: 39mgCalcium: 76mgIron: 2mg
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    Comments

    1. Rae says

      January 01, 2021 at 8:11 am

      5 stars
      So, once you prepare these recipes and divide into 4 trays, how long does it take to warm up and on what temperature ?

      Reply
      • Samantha says

        January 01, 2021 at 8:54 am

        Hi Rae! Which recipes are you referring to exactly? If you need to reheat the crumble, just cover with foil and place in oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit until warmed through, 20'ish minutes.

        Reply
    2. Kirsten says

      December 03, 2013 at 1:37 pm

      5 stars
      Samantha,
      I like the ease of muffins over the stress of cakes--so I understand your preference of crumbles. Thanks for giving me the link to include in my upcoming Band Fruit Fundraiser Recipe Round Up! It will be published on 12/4/2013!

      Reply
    3. Laura Dembowski says

      January 20, 2013 at 5:30 am

      5 stars
      I'm much more of a baker than a Cook. I relish in making cakes and pies, but put a bunch of savory ingredients in front of me and I'm the one sweating. I love pomegranate seeds but have never baked with them ans wasn't even sure you could. Now I'm excited to try!

      Reply
    4. Mary @ Fit and Fed says

      January 17, 2013 at 11:01 pm

      5 stars
      I love crumbles for the same reason! So easy, so flexible, and my family always appreciates them. I have never cooked with pomegranates either, but I'll keep this pomegranate/pear idea in mind for a future crumble, thanks!

      Reply

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