Pear Bars with Pear Sauce

Indulge in the comforting flavors of autumn with these irresistible Pear Bars with Pear Sauce, a delightful dessert that celebrates the natural sweetness of ripe pears. Featuring a buttery oat crumble crust and a luscious homemade pear filling, these bars strike the perfect balance between crisp and gooey textures. The warm notes of cinnamon and a hint of fresh lemon juice enhance the rich, fruity taste, making each bite a burst of cozy charm. Simple to prepare in just an 8x8-inch pan and ready in under an hour, this dessert is ideal for family gatherings or a casual treat. Serve these pear bars as is, or elevate them with a drizzle of extra pear sauce or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent finish. Perfect as a snack or dessert, this recipe will quickly become a favorite among pear lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Rolled oats
• 0.75 cup Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.75 cup Unsalted butter (melted)
• 3 medium Fresh ripe pears (peeled, cored, and diced)
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 0.25 cup Water
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Mix well.

Step 3

Pour the melted butter into the flour mixture and stir until the mixture is crumbly and well combined.

Step 4

Reserve 3/4 cup of the crumb mixture for the topping, and press the remaining crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.

Step 5

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the diced pears, granulated sugar, cornstarch, water, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.

Step 6

Cook the pear mixture while stirring frequently until the pears soften and the mixture thickens into a sauce, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 7

Spread the pear sauce evenly over the crust in the baking pan.

Step 8

Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture evenly over the pear sauce to form a topping.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the bars are set.

Step 10

Remove the pan from the oven and let the bars cool completely before cutting them into squares or bars.

Step 11

Serve the pear bars on their own, or with additional pear sauce or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1271.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3396.1

Total Fat 152.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 92.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 387.5mg	0%
Sodium 56.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 488.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.5g	0%
Total Sugars 259.3g
Protein 36.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 275.4mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 1377.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.5%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 56.4%