Caramelized Pear Pie
Indulge in the warm flavors of autumn with this Caramelized Pear Pie. Sweet, tender pears are caramelized to perfection and baked in a flaky, golden crust.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 box (14.1 ounces) refrigerated pie crusts
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Turbinado sugar, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add pear slices and sugar. Cook, stirring occasionally, until pears are softened and caramelized, about 15-20 minutes. Stir in vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Line a pie dish with one pie crust.
- Pour the caramelized pear mixture into the pie crust.
- Top with the second pie crust. Crimp the edges to seal. Cut vents in the top crust.
- Brush the top crust with beaten egg wash and sprinkle with turbinado sugar.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Let cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch of indulgence.
Find it online: https://seasonedrecipe.com/caramelized-pear-pie/