Pear Crisp or Crumble

Pear Crisp or Crumble is a warm, comforting dessert featuring sliced pears baked under a crumbly topping of oats, flour, butter, and sugar, often spiced with cinnamon or nutmeg. Originating from the British Isles, it’s a rustic, home-style treat that celebrates seasonal fruit.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is typically high in carbohydrates from the fruit and sugar, with moderate fat from the butter in the topping, and minimal protein. A standard serving provides key nutrients like dietary fiber from the pears and oats, along with some vitamin C and potassium, and usually ranges from 300 to 400 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	3 g
Carbs	65 g
Fat	12 g
Fiber	5 g
Sugar	40 g
Sodium	150 mg
Potassium	250 mg
Vitamin C	8 mg
Vitamin A	100 IU
Calcium	40 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Magnesium	25 mg
Manganese	0.5 mg
Phosphorus	60 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, pear crisp evolved as a simpler, more accessible version of traditional fruit pies, reflecting a resourceful use of available ingredients. Nutritionally, the combination of fruit and whole oats offers a more fiber-rich alternative to many other desserts, supporting digestive health.