Feijoa and Pear Crumble

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A delicious fruit crumble made from the perfect pairing of pear and feijoa. The topping is made from butter, brown sugar, rolled oats, flour and cinnamon, and is perfectly golden and crispy!

A baked fruit crumble topped with two scoops of vanilla ice cream in a white dish, with a serving spoon and green fruits in the background.

This combination of fruit works so well in the Feijoa and Pear Crumble. The pears soften and sweeten the tangy feijoas without the need for additional sugar, while the oat topping adds the perfect crunchy finish. It's one of those simple desserts that always gets rave reviews. My family loved it so much, it earned the nickname Pearjoa Crumble! For other delicious feijoa recipes, be sure to check out our Feijoa Muffins or our Feijoa and Apple Crumble Slice!

Ingredient notes:

Ingredients on a countertop: brown sugar, flour, oats, cinnamon, three pears, a bowl of feijoas, and a small dish of butter.

Feijoas: Another great recipe to use seasonal feijoa in. If you don't know what a feijoa is, check the FAQs below!
Pears: With a similar gritty texture to feijoas, the juicy pears add a mellow sweetness and lovely texture to the fruit mixture. Use ripe but firm pears so they hold their shape when baked.
Rolled Oats: My favourite addition to any golden crispy crumble. If you can't eat oats, swap these out for slivered almonds or cornflakes.

Note: Scroll to the recipe card for the ingredients, quantities and the full method.

Step by step instructions:

Preheat the oven to 180°C fan bake. Add the diced pears to a baking dish.

Two peeled pears and a pile of diced pear pieces are arranged on a wooden cutting board.

A white oval dish filled with evenly chopped pieces of peeled apple on a gray surface.

Scoop out the feijoa flesh, cut up any big pieces then stir together with the pears.

A wooden cutting board with whole and halved feijoas, a knife with a wooden handle, and a metal strainer holding scooped feijoa pulp.

A white oval dish filled with chopped apples and bananas on a gray countertop.

To make the crumble topping, melt the butter in a large glass bowl. Add the brown sugar and whisk until combined.

Brown sugar and melted butter are combined in a glass mixing bowl.

A glass bowl containing oats, melted butter, flour, and ground cinnamon, ready to be mixed on a kitchen countertop.

Stir in the rolled oats, flour and cinnamon until a crumbly mixture forms. 0Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the fruit then press down with your hands.

A glass bowl contains a mixture of oats, brown sugar, and other baking ingredients, partially mixed and ready for baking.

An oval white baking dish filled with unbaked apple crumble topped with an oat and crumble mixture sits on a gray countertop.

Bake for 35- 40 minutes until the topping is crisp and golden. Serve warm with custard or ice cream.

Baked fruit crumble with oat topping in a white dish, partially served with a silver spoon; feijoas and a cloth napkin are nearby on a wooden surface.

Recipe FAQs:

What is a feijoa?

Feijoas are only the most delicious fruit - depending on who you talk to! A bit like coriander, the flavour can be quite polarising. Personally, I love them. Their NZ season runs from March to June depending on where you are in the country. They can be described as tangy and sweet with a slightly gritty texture under the skin. The most common comparison is to a gauva, with a side of pineapple flavouring. But they really are unlike any other fruit which is why they are such a treat during their season.

Can I use canned pears?

Absolutely. Drain them well first and reduce the baking time slightly if needed.

Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes, assemble the crumble and refrigerate unbaked for up to 24 hours before baking.

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Storage:

Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.

Top tips:

Use ripe but firm pears so they hold their shape while baking.
If your feijoas are especially tart, sprinkle 1-2 tablespoons of sugar over the fruit before adding the topping.
Swap the pears for apples if preferred.
Add chopped walnuts or almonds to the crumble for extra crunch.

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Feijoa and Pear Crumble

Yield: Serves 6

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour

A delicious fruit crumble made from the perfect pairing of pear and feijoa. The topping is made from butter, brown sugar, rolled oats, flour and cinnamon!

4.0 Stars (1 Review)

Ingredients

Fruit filling

3 pears, peeled and diced
2 cups feijoa flesh (approx. 350g)

Crumble topping

100g butter
100g brown sugar (½ cup)
1 cup rolled oats
110g plain flour (¾ cup)
½ tsp cinnamon

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 180°C fan bake.
Add the diced pears to a baking dish. Scoop out the feijoa flesh, cut up any big pieces then stir together with the pears.
To make the crumble topping, melt the butter in a large glass bowl. Add the brown sugar and whisk until combined.
Stir in the rolled oats, flour and cinnamon until a crumbly mixture forms.
Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the fruit then press down with your hands.
Bake for 35- 40 minutes until the topping is crisp and golden.
Serve warm with custard or ice cream.

Notes

Pears can be swapped for apples
Make sure the fruit is evenly spread so it cooks at the same rate.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 460Total Fat: 16gSaturated Fat: 9gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 36mgSodium: 114mgCarbohydrates: 73gFiber: 8gSugar: 25gProtein: 8g

Nutritional values are approximate. Please use your own calculations if you require a special diet.

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