Mini S’mores Bites with Pumpkin Spice
Mini Pear Crumble Cups are individual-sized desserts featuring juicy spiced pears topped with a golden oat crumble. Baked in muffin tins, they’re a cozy and convenient way to enjoy the flavors of fall in a handheld format.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8–10 mini crumble cups
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Pear Filling:
- 3 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and diced
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Crumble Topping:
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin or use silicone molds.
- In a bowl, combine diced pears with granulated sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch. Stir to coat evenly.
- Divide the pear mixture evenly into 8–10 muffin cups, pressing down lightly.
- In another bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Spoon the crumble mixture over the pears in each cup, pressing slightly to adhere.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the topping is golden and filling is bubbling.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use firm pears like Bosc or Anjou for best texture.
- Add chopped nuts to the crumble for extra crunch.
- These reheat well in the oven or microwave for a warm treat.
- Delicious served with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crumble cup
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
