A cozy, aromatic pie that layers tender spiced pears with crunchy walnuts in a golden, flaky crust—finished with a maple syrup glaze for an irresistible shine.
🧑🍳 Overview
- Difficulty: Medium
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Servings: 8
- Cuisine: Creative Fall-Inspired Dessert
📝 Ingredients
For the Filling:
- 4 ripe but firm pears, peeled and sliced
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp cardamom
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
For the Crust:
- 1 homemade or store-bought double pie crust (top + bottom)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tbsp maple syrup (for brushing after baking)
🧑🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the Filling
- In a large bowl, combine sliced pears, brown sugar, maple syrup, spices, salt, cornstarch, and vanilla.
- Gently stir in walnuts. Let sit 10 minutes to macerate.
2. Assemble the Pie
- Roll out the bottom crust into a 9-inch pie dish. Add the filling evenly.
- Top with second crust (or lattice). Seal edges and crimp. Cut a few slits if using a full top crust.
- Brush with egg wash.
3. Bake
- Preheat oven to 190°C / 375°F.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes, covering edges with foil if they brown too quickly.
- Let cool slightly, then brush crust with maple syrup for a glossy finish.
4. Serve
- Best served warm or room temp—with whipped cream, crème fraîche, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
🍽️ Nutritional Highlights (per slice, approx.)
- Calories: ~360
- Carbs: 42g
- Fat: 20g
- Flavor: Cozy, spiced, nutty, perfect for autumn—or anytime!
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📂 Categories
- Main Categories: Dessert, Pie
- Additional Tags:
- Fall Baking
- Fruit Pie
- Warm Spices
- Holiday Desserts
- Creative Bakes
- Medium Difficulty