Pear And Rhubarb Crumble

Pear and Rhubarb Crumble is a delightful dessert that perfectly balances the sweetness of ripe pears with the tartness of rhubarb. Topped with a buttery, crunchy crumble, this dessert is warm and comforting, making it a wonderful treat for any season. The soft, juicy fruit filling pairs beautifully with the golden crumble, creating a delicious contrast of textures in every bite. Serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat. This crumble is easy to make and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients:

For the filling:

• 3 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and sliced
• 2 cups rhubarb, chopped (fresh or frozen)
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

For the crumble topping:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease an 8×8-inch or similar-sized baking dish.
2. Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, toss together the sliced pears, rhubarb, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Make sure the fruit is evenly coated. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
3. Make the crumble topping: In a separate bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add the cold cubed butter and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to blend the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Top the fruit: Sprinkle the crumble mixture evenly over the pear and rhubarb filling.
5. Bake: Bake the crumble for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling.
6. Serve: Let the crumble cool for about 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra touch of sweetness.

This Pear and Rhubarb Crumble is a wonderful blend of sweet, tart, and crunchy flavors, perfect for any dessert lover!