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    Salted Plains » Recipes » Vegan

    Hasselback Pears (Gluten-Free, Vegan)

    Published: Nov 3, 2016 · Modified: Nov 13, 2020 by Tessa · This post may contain affiliate links · 23 Comments

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    An easy, no-fuss dessert, this Hasselback Pears recipe is sure to impress. Serve with vanilla ice cream! Gluten-free, vegan, and refined sugar-free.

    hasselback pears

    It seems as soon our apple haul was about used up, I started hoarding pears. Red, green, yellow, and those golden hues in-between.

    fresh pears

    And while apples may take all the glory in the fall months (or do they?), I'm convinced pears need some spotlight too.

    With Thanksgiving now in sight, this easy pear recipe featuring the Hasselback style will satisfy and impress at holiday tables and gatherings without too much effort.

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    Hasselback Pears Recipe (gluten-free, vegan, refined sugar-free) | saltedplains.comWhat I love most about this simple dessert is how it evokes the wonderful aromas and flavors of a fruit crisp, but with a fancier presentation.

    Cinnamon, ginger, walnuts, and oats peek out from thinly sliced layers to add a bit of crunch. Serve it with vanilla ice cream or coconut whipped cream, and I promise you won't be missing the pie.

    Hasselback pears will be your new simple dessert!

    baked hasselback pears

    baked pears

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    Hasselback Pears (Gluten-Free, Vegan)

    An easy, no-fuss dessert for your holiday table, this Hasselback Pears recipe is sure to impress. Serve with non-dairy ice cream of choice or coconut whipped cream.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 35 minutes
    Total Time: 50 minutes
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 190kcal
    Author: Tessa

    Ingredients

    • 2 slightly ripe pears I used Bartlett, peeled, halved, and cored
    • 3 tablespoons vegan butter divided
    • 3 tablespoons coconut sugar
    • ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon divided
    • ½ teaspoon ground ginger divided
    • 1 tablespoon gluten-free oats
    • 2 tablespoons walnuts chopped
    • 1 tablespoon gluten-free oat flour gf all-purpose, almond flour, or sorghum will work also
    • pinch of salt

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a baking dish with cooking spray.
    • In a small microwavable bowl, melt 1 tablespoon of vegan butter. Once cooled slightly, add 1 tablespoon of the coconut sugar, a ½ teaspoon of cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon ginger. Stir to combine. Set aside.
    • Cut slices into the pears, about a ¼ inch apart, stopping before you cut all the way through the bottom.
    • Place the pears cut side down into the prepared baking dish. Using a pastry brush, brush the vegan butter mixture over the pears. Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for about 20 minutes.
    • While the pears are baking, prepare the streusel mixture. Cut the remaining vegan butter in small pieces and place in a small bowl. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons coconut sugar, ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon, ¼ quarter teaspoon ginger, oats, walnuts, and oat flour. Mix with your fingers to blend.
    • When the pears are done baking, remove from oven and adjust heat to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Carefully separate the slices with a fork and then distribute streusel on top and in-between slices.
    • Return pears to oven, tent with foil, and bake for about 15 more minutes.
    • Allow pears to cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve with vanilla ice cream of choice or coconut whipped cream.

    Notes

    Inspired and adapted from the Kitchn.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 190kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 88mg | Potassium: 146mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 425IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg
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    1. Coley | Coley Cooks

      November 07, 2016 at 9:37 am

      well, these are genius! They look so luxurious and warm and satisfying. A perfect lightened up dessert for this time of year.

      Reply
      • Tessa

        November 07, 2016 at 9:35 pm

        Thanks, Coley! They certainly do satisfy that dessert craving while keeping a bit more healthy. I love it when that happens. :)

        Reply
    2. traci | VanillaAndBean

      November 07, 2016 at 8:50 am

      No Fuss Indeed, Tessa! These are so elegant, simple and decadent.. you got the trifecta of pastry; warm/cold, creamy/crunchy, sweet/spicy. There's SO much I love about these... They are on the list my dear! xo

      Reply
      • Tessa

        November 07, 2016 at 9:34 pm

        Ohh, thank you, Traci! I do like that pastry trifecta!! Hope you had a wonderful weekend, my friend! xoxo

        Reply
    3. Rony Jahid

      November 05, 2016 at 1:37 pm

      Firstly I thought this was chicken after seeing this photo. This is a brilliant idea to made this way in these pears! Really love this different thought, thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    4. Lee

      November 04, 2016 at 12:55 pm

      These look awesome. I might have to change my plan - I was going to do a chai poached pear dessert for Thanksgiving, but now I think I will do this one.

      Reply
      • Tessa

        November 07, 2016 at 9:31 pm

        Thanks, Lee! Ohh, poached pears are so good too. I hope you enjoy this! xoxo

        Reply
    5. Kelsey @ Appeasing a Food Geek

      November 04, 2016 at 10:42 am

      These are so pretty, and I can't even deal right now. And the colors! Drooling. Also, I'm dying over this idea. I'm going to do this as soon as humanly possible. xoxo

      Reply
      • Tessa

        November 07, 2016 at 9:29 pm

        Oh, thank you, Kelsey! I hope you do, it's kind of like the best part of pie without the crust! <3 <3 <3

        Reply
    6. Joyce @ Sun Diego Eats

      November 04, 2016 at 10:10 am

      Oooh love the idea of Hasselback pears, such a clever presentation !!

      Reply
      • Tessa

        November 07, 2016 at 9:28 pm

        Thanks, Joyce!! Getting fancy without being fancy is the way to go! ;)

        Reply
    7. Abby @ Heart of a Baker

      November 04, 2016 at 9:03 am

      Hasselback pears? This is brilliant! I kind of forgot about pears, so I need to put them into my rotation this season! xoxo

      Reply
      • Tessa

        November 07, 2016 at 9:25 pm

        Get them in the rotation! I've been dreaming of what else to put them in. The list is getting long. Ha! Thanks, girl! <3

        Reply
    8. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      November 04, 2016 at 6:02 am

      What a beautiful dessert! I am all about pear season...and apples...I love them both, haha but pears are always so lovely in treats like this! So cozy!

      Reply
      • Tessa

        November 07, 2016 at 9:23 pm

        Haha, apples and pears, and so many things to make them with! I need more days in the week. ;)

        Reply
    9. Tori//Gringalicious

      November 04, 2016 at 4:53 am

      This looks great! I have to try pears like this, thanks!

      Reply
      • Tessa

        November 07, 2016 at 9:22 pm

        Yay! I hope you do - pears in baked form are just so good. <3

        Reply
    10. Rachel @ Baking Up Bliss

      November 04, 2016 at 1:01 am

      These look so delicious! I'm always on the lookout for cozy, quick desserts. I think I can sometimes get a bit over zealous when it comes to desserts, so it's always so relaxing to return to comforting simplicity :)

      Reply
      • Tessa

        November 07, 2016 at 9:21 pm

        I totally know what you mean - and it always seems like I get overzealous during the holidays when there is NO time. Haha. Thanks, Rachel!

        Reply
    11. Mary Ann |The Beach House Kitchen

      November 03, 2016 at 8:25 pm

      Wow Tessa, what a faulous fall dessert! I wish I could grab one of those luscious pears right off my screen!! A nice change from the usual fall apples. Thanks for sharing. Happy weekend!

      Reply
      • Tessa

        November 07, 2016 at 9:19 pm

        Hehe, I've been eating pears like it's going out of style. ;) Thank you so much, Mary Ann! <3

        Reply
    12. Emily | Gather & Dine

      November 03, 2016 at 7:42 pm

      I'm looking at that last picture of the melty ice cream oozing into the pear.....DIVINE! Such a fun idea, Tessa. Such fancy presentation, but relatively simple in preparation. Love it.

      Reply
      • Tessa

        November 07, 2016 at 9:17 pm

        Ice cream and this recipe were made for each other! :) Hope you all had a wonderful weekend! xoxo

        Reply

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