Almond-Topped Pear Pie Recipe

Name: Almond-Topped Pear Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons cornstarch; ¼ teaspoon ground ginger; ⅛ teaspoon salt; ½ cup dark corn syrup; 2 tablespoons butter, melted; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; ½ teaspoon lemon rind, grated; 4 medium pears, pared and thinly sliced; 1 unbaked 9-inch pie shell; 1 cup unbleached flour; ½ cup brown sugar, firmly packed; ¼ teaspoon ground ginger; ½ cup butter; ½ cup almonds, coarsely chopped

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons cornstarch
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
⅛ teaspoon salt
½ cup dark corn syrup
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon lemon rind, grated
4 medium pears, pared and thinly sliced
1 unbaked 9-inch pie shell
1 cup unbleached flour
½ cup brown sugar, firmly packed
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
½ cup butter
½ cup almonds, coarsely chopped

1
Combine the cornstarch, ginger and salt in a large bowl.
2
Add the corn syrup, melted butter, lemon juice and lemon rind, stirring until smooth.
3
Add the pears and toss until well coated with the corn syrup mixture.
4
Arrange the mixture into the unbaked pie shell.
5
Prepare the Almond Topping: Combine the flour, brown sugar, and ginger in a bowl.
6
Cut in the butter, using a pastry blender, until crumbly.
7
Stir in the almonds.
8
Sprinkle over the pears.
9
Bake in a preheated oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes, then reduce the heat to 350 degrees and bake an additional 60 minutes or until the topping and crust are golden brown.
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(Ovens vary greatly, so use your best judgement on total baking time.
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Cool on a wire rack.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons cornstarch, ¼ teaspoon ground ginger, ⅛ teaspoon salt, ½ cup dark corn syrup, and more.

Yes, Almond-Topped Pear Pie falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Almond-Topped Pear Pie

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