Fig and Pear Crumble Recipe

Ingredients:

• 4 ripe pears, peeled and chopped
• 8 figs, chopped
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, diced and chilled
• vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, optional for serving

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the pears, figs, brown sugar, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, rolled oats, and white sugar. Add the diced butter and use your fingers to mix it in until the mixture is crumbly. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the fruit mixture.
4. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the crumble topping is golden brown and the fruit mixture is bubbly.
5. Let cool for a few minutes before serving with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, if desired.

Verdict:

This fig and pear crumble is a delicious dessert that’s perfect for fall. The combination of sweet pears and figs, warm spices like cinnamon and vanilla, and buttery crumble topping is irresistible. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra special treat.

Serving Suggestions:

For an added crunch, you may want to sprinkle some chopped nuts on top of the crumble. Alternatively, you can also serve it with a dollop of Greek yogurt for a healthier twist. Enjoy!