Whether you’re looking to make a lightly sweet appetizer for a weeknight dinner or planning a feast for your whole family, here are some easy pear desserts to try at home. 

1. __Asian pear salad__: This refreshing salad is a perfect lunch or side dish for a weeknight dinner. Asian pears are the best type of pear to use for this salad because they have a crisp texture, almost like a cross between jicama and an apple, earning the fruit its other moniker, the “apple pear.” To make this salad, combine juicy, ripe Asian pear slices with peppery arugula, shaved brussels sprouts, creamy avocado, and gorgonzola (or goat cheese). Top this pear and [arugula salad](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/arugula-avocado-salad-recipe-with-tangy-lemon-vinaigrette) with apple cider or red wine vinaigrette, red onions, dried cranberries, toasted pecans, and fresh-cracked black pepper. 
2. __Pear butter__: Pear butter is a <a href='https://masterclass.com/articles/how-to-make-homemade-fruit-butter' target='_blank' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://masterclass.com/articles/how-to-make-homemade-fruit-butter","linkCopy":"fruit butter","category":"automated-link"}' automatic='true'>fruit butter</a> made by puréeing tender, cooked pears into a pear sauce and then reducing it to a dark, thick spread. [Pear butter](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/how-to-make-pear-butter) makes the perfect brunch spread for toast or sandwiches, a flavorful layer in a parfait, or a tasty pairing with blue cheese. It’s also a great way to use up an abundance of in-season pears. 
3. __Pear cobbler__: This freeform fall dessert has a pear base and a biscuit topping. Home cooks shouldn’t confuse a [pear cobbler](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/pear-cobbler-recipe) with a pear crisp, which features a streusel topping rather than a biscuit topping. For a gluten-free cobbler, swap the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free variety such as [almond flour](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/almond-flour-recipe) or [coconut flour](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/coconut-flour-vs-almond-flour-explained). 
4. __Pear crumble__: A pear crumble is a baked dessert consisting of tender pieces of cooked pear tucked under a buttery crumb topping made with rolled oats, nuts, and spices like cardamom and cinnamon. Swap apples for pears in any [apple crumble recipe](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/apple-crumble-recipe). Top this dessert with a scoop of homemade [vanilla bean ice cream](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/vanilla-ice-cream-recipe) or a non-dairy whipped topping. 
5. __Pear galette__: A pear galette is a rustic French dessert composed of free-form pastry dough with a sweet pear filling. While summer produce is most common for galettes, [pear galettes](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/pear-galette-recipe) are popular autumn fruit desserts, featuring sliced pears folded into a buttery galette dough. 
6. __Pear gelato__: Italian gelato is a thick, creamy frozen dessert made from a mixture of milk, cream, and sugar. For a richer flavored [gelato](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/how-to-make-authentic-italian-gelato), blend caramelized pears, brown sugar, and unsalted butter with a milk custard. As the mixture cools to room temperature, slowly churn the mixture into gelato by hand or machine. Serve this frozen treat with chopped hazelnuts, pistachios, or sliced almonds, or store it in the freezer in an airtight container. 
7. __Pear jam__: This fruit spread consists of chopped pears cooked with sugar and an acid such as lemon juice. Make [pear jam](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/pear-jam-recipe) with most [pear varieties](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/how-to-pick-pears-and-cook-with-pear-varieties), including Anjou pears, Bartlett pears, or Bosc pears.
8. __Pear pie__: Pear pie is a dessert featuring a traditional tart or pie crust surrounding a pear mixture. Use a standard [apple pie recipe](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/homemade-apple-pie-recipe-easy-recipe-and-how-to-make-a-perfect-crust) to make the best pear pie. Simply coat your pear slices in cinnamon sugar and lemon juice, then pour them into your pie crust and lattice the top. Bake the pie in the oven until golden brown, then serve with whipped cream or ice cream. 
9. __Pear tarte Tatin__: Tarte Tatin is a French upside-down tart that typically calls for an apple filling. To make a [pear tarte Tatin](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/pear-tarte-tatin-recipe), caramelize pears in sugar and butter on the stovetop, then cook them in the oven beneath a layer of buttery puff pastry. Serve this French pear upside-down cake with vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. 
10. __Sweet potato and pear bisque__: This rich and creamy soup pairs the natural sweetness of <a href='https://masterclass.com/articles/how-to-roast-sweet-potatoes' target='_blank' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://masterclass.com/articles/how-to-roast-sweet-potatoes","linkCopy":"roasted sweet potatoes","category":"automated-link"}' automatic='true'>roasted sweet potatoes</a> with aromatics and heavy cream. Add juicy pears to your [sweet potato bisque](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/sweet-potato-bisque-recipe) purée for sweetness and texture. 
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If you find yourself with an abundance of fresh pears, there are many ways to use them to enhance sweet or savory dishes. Read on for a list of easy pear recipes you can make at home.

If you find yourself with an abundance of fresh pears, there are many ways to use them to enhance sweet or savory dishes. Read on for a list of easy pear recipes you can make at home. 


10 Pear Recipes to Make at Home

Whether you’re looking to make a lightly sweet appetizer for a weeknight dinner or planning a feast for your whole family, here are some easy pear desserts to try at home. <ol class="mc-m-4"><li class="mc-my-4"> 1. Asian pear salad: This refreshing salad is a perfect lunch or side dish for a weeknight dinner. Asian pears are the best type of pear to use for this salad because they have a crisp texture, almost like a cross between jicama and an apple, earning the fruit its other moniker, the “apple pear.” To make this salad, combine juicy, ripe Asian pear slices with peppery arugula, shaved brussels sprouts, creamy avocado, and gorgonzola (or goat cheese). Top this pear and <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/arugula-avocado-salad-recipe-with-tangy-lemon-vinaigrette' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/arugula-avocado-salad-recipe-with-tangy-lemon-vinaigrette","linkCopy":"arugula salad","category":null}'>arugula salad</a> with apple cider or red wine vinaigrette, red onions, dried cranberries, toasted pecans, and fresh-cracked black pepper. </li><li class="mc-my-4"> 2. Pear butter: Pear butter is a <a href='https://masterclass.com/articles/how-to-make-homemade-fruit-butter' target='_blank' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://masterclass.com/articles/how-to-make-homemade-fruit-butter","linkCopy":"fruit butter","category":"automated-link"}' automatic='true'>fruit butter</a> made by puréeing tender, cooked pears into a pear sauce and then reducing it to a dark, thick spread. <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/how-to-make-pear-butter' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/how-to-make-pear-butter","linkCopy":"Pear butter","category":null}'>Pear butter</a> makes the perfect brunch spread for toast or sandwiches, a flavorful layer in a parfait, or a tasty pairing with blue cheese. It’s also a great way to use up an abundance of in-season pears. </li><li class="mc-my-4"> 3. Pear cobbler: This freeform fall dessert has a pear base and a biscuit topping. Home cooks shouldn’t confuse a <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/pear-cobbler-recipe' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/pear-cobbler-recipe","linkCopy":"pear cobbler","category":null}'>pear cobbler</a> with a pear crisp, which features a streusel topping rather than a biscuit topping. For a gluten-free cobbler, swap the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free variety such as <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/almond-flour-recipe' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/almond-flour-recipe","linkCopy":"almond flour","category":null}'>almond flour</a> or <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/coconut-flour-vs-almond-flour-explained' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/coconut-flour-vs-almond-flour-explained","linkCopy":"coconut flour","category":null}'>coconut flour</a>. </li><li class="mc-my-4"> 4. Pear crumble: A pear crumble is a baked dessert consisting of tender pieces of cooked pear tucked under a buttery crumb topping made with rolled oats, nuts, and spices like cardamom and cinnamon. Swap apples for pears in any <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/apple-crumble-recipe' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/apple-crumble-recipe","linkCopy":"apple crumble recipe","category":null}'>apple crumble recipe</a>. Top this dessert with a scoop of homemade <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/vanilla-ice-cream-recipe' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/vanilla-ice-cream-recipe","linkCopy":"vanilla bean ice cream","category":null}'>vanilla bean ice cream</a> or a non-dairy whipped topping. </li><li class="mc-my-4"> 5. Pear galette: A pear galette is a rustic French dessert composed of free-form pastry dough with a sweet pear filling. While summer produce is most common for galettes, <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/pear-galette-recipe' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/pear-galette-recipe","linkCopy":"pear galettes","category":null}'>pear galettes</a> are popular autumn fruit desserts, featuring sliced pears folded into a buttery galette dough. </li><li class="mc-my-4"> 6. Pear gelato: Italian gelato is a thick, creamy frozen dessert made from a mixture of milk, cream, and sugar. For a richer flavored <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/how-to-make-authentic-italian-gelato' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/how-to-make-authentic-italian-gelato","linkCopy":"gelato","category":null}'>gelato</a>, blend caramelized pears, brown sugar, and unsalted butter with a milk custard. As the mixture cools to room temperature, slowly churn the mixture into gelato by hand or machine. Serve this frozen treat with chopped hazelnuts, pistachios, or sliced almonds, or store it in the freezer in an airtight container. </li><li class="mc-my-4"> 7. Pear jam: This fruit spread consists of chopped pears cooked with sugar and an acid such as lemon juice. Make <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/pear-jam-recipe' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/pear-jam-recipe","linkCopy":"pear jam","category":null}'>pear jam</a> with most <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/how-to-pick-pears-and-cook-with-pear-varieties' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/how-to-pick-pears-and-cook-with-pear-varieties","linkCopy":"pear varieties","category":null}'>pear varieties</a>, including Anjou pears, Bartlett pears, or Bosc pears. </li><li class="mc-my-4"> 8. Pear pie: Pear pie is a dessert featuring a traditional tart or pie crust surrounding a pear mixture. Use a standard <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/homemade-apple-pie-recipe-easy-recipe-and-how-to-make-a-perfect-crust' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/homemade-apple-pie-recipe-easy-recipe-and-how-to-make-a-perfect-crust","linkCopy":"apple pie recipe","category":null}'>apple pie recipe</a> to make the best pear pie. Simply coat your pear slices in cinnamon sugar and lemon juice, then pour them into your pie crust and lattice the top. Bake the pie in the oven until golden brown, then serve with whipped cream or ice cream. </li><li class="mc-my-4"> 9. Pear tarte Tatin: Tarte Tatin is a French upside-down tart that typically calls for an apple filling. To make a <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/pear-tarte-tatin-recipe' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/pear-tarte-tatin-recipe","linkCopy":"pear tarte Tatin","category":null}'>pear tarte Tatin</a>, caramelize pears in sugar and butter on the stovetop, then cook them in the oven beneath a layer of buttery puff pastry. Serve this French pear upside-down cake with vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. </li><li class="mc-my-4"> 10. Sweet potato and pear bisque: This rich and creamy soup pairs the natural sweetness of <a href='https://masterclass.com/articles/how-to-roast-sweet-potatoes' target='_blank' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://masterclass.com/articles/how-to-roast-sweet-potatoes","linkCopy":"roasted sweet potatoes","category":"automated-link"}' automatic='true'>roasted sweet potatoes</a> with aromatics and heavy cream. Add juicy pears to your <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/sweet-potato-bisque-recipe' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/sweet-potato-bisque-recipe","linkCopy":"sweet potato bisque","category":null}'>sweet potato bisque</a> purée for sweetness and texture. </li></ol>

10 Pear Recipes

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