Ingredients and Weight:
- Fresh pears: 2 lbs, peeled, cored, and sliced
- Gluten-free rolled oats: 1 cup
- Brown sugar: ½ cup
- All-purpose flour: ¼ cup
- Ground cinnamon: 1 tsp
- Ground nutmeg: 1/2 tsp
- Unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes: 6 tbsp
- Optional: 1 tbsp chopped walnuts
Preparation Time:
10 minutes
Cooking Time:
15-20 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced pears, oats, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Add the cubed butter and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to work it into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- If desired, fold in the chopped walnuts.
- Transfer the mixture to 4 individual ramekins or a 9x9-inch baking dish.
- Place in the preheated air fryer and cook for 15-20 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and the pears are tender.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8 of recipe):
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Warm, comforting, and perfect for fall
- Sweet and tart with a crispy oat topping
- Easily customizable with different fruits or spices
User Comments:
- "This is the best pear crisp I've ever had! The air fryer makes it so quick and easy, and the topping is perfectly crispy."
- "I love that this recipe is gluten-free. It's a delicious and healthy treat that everyone can enjoy."
- "The combination of pears and walnuts is perfect. It's a classic dessert with a twist."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use ripe but firm pears for the best texture.
- If your air fryer is small, you may need to cook the crisp in batches.
- Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra special treat.
