Ace Pear Recipe
Make Ace Pear Recipe in just 1h 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Filling
Crust
Topping
Method
Filling Preparation
- 1
Prepare Pears
Peel, core, and slice the pears into thin pieces. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
Add brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice to the sliced pears. Toss gently to combine and set aside for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Crust Preparation
- 3
- 4
Incorporate Butter
Cut the unsalted butter into small cubes and add it to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 5
Add Ice Water
Gradually sprinkle in ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently with a fork until the dough holds together. Avoid overmixing.
- 6
Chill Dough
Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Assembling and Baking
- 7
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 8
Roll Out Dough
On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a circle large enough to fit your pie dish. Transfer the rolled dough to the dish, trimming any excess hanging over the edges.
- 9
Add Pear Filling
Pour the prepared pear mixture into the crust, spreading it evenly.
- 10
Prepare Topping
In a bowl, mix oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter until combined. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the pear filling.
- 11
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the pear filling is bubbling.
- 12
Cool and Serve
Allow the Ace Pear to cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm, optionally with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.