Pear Pie with Crumb Topping
Pear Pie — A simple, comforting pear pie with a creamy filling and a sweet crumb topping. A great fall dessert for family dinners or gatherings.
Pear Pie
Ingredients
Filling
- 2 cups chopped pears
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 cup cream
- 1 tablespoon flour (from the measured flour)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- Pinch of salt
Crumb Topping
- 2/3 cup flour
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup butter or margarine
Crust
- 1 unbaked pastry shell
Oven: 350°F
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a bowl, combine pears, 1/2 cup sugar, beaten egg, cream, 1 tablespoon flour, vanilla, and salt.
- Pour filling into the unbaked pastry shell.
- Bake for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, make topping: combine 2/3 cup flour and 1/3 cup sugar, then cut in butter until crumbly.
- Remove pie from oven and sprinkle crumb topping evenly over the pie.
- Return to oven and bake 30 minutes more (or until top is nicely browned and filling is set).
FAQ
What kind of pears work best for pear pie?
Use pears that are ripe but still firm so they hold their shape during baking.
How do I know when the pie is done?
The crumb topping should be browned and the center should look set (not liquid). Cooling helps it firm up.
Can I use half-and-half instead of cream?
Yes. The filling may be slightly less rich, but it will still work.
How should I store pear pie?
Because it has cream and egg, store covered in the refrigerator. Serve chilled or bring to cool room temperature.