Bartlett Pear and Nutmeg Streusel Crisp

1. Preheat Oven

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and set the rack to the lower-middle position. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil to catch any drips.

2. Prepare Topping

In a food processor, combine the nuts, all-purpose flour, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Pulse about nine times until the nuts are finely chopped and the mixture resembles crumbly wet sand. Drizzle the melted, cooled unsalted butter over the mixture and pulse five more times, scraping down the bowl halfway, until everything is well mixed.

3. Prepare Filling

In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt. Add the pear pieces and toss gently until they are evenly coated with the mixture.

4. Transfer and Top

Transfer the coated pears to an 8-inch square baking dish, spreading them out evenly. Sprinkle the prepared topping over the pears, breaking up any large chunks to ensure it covers the fruit evenly.

5. Bake

Place the baking dish on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, rotating the dish halfway through baking. The crisp is done when the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.

6. Cool and Serve

Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for 15 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to thicken and the flavors to meld beautifully. Enjoy your Bartlett Pear and Nutmeg Streusel Crisp warm!