This pear cobbler is made with a cinnamon roll crust, a sweet cream cheese layer, fresh pears, and a delicious cobbler topping. A delicious cobbler recipe that will be a hit at any family gathering, potluck, party, or on the dessert table at the next holiday celebration.
Cobblers are a classic dessert, but I think we can all agree that the traditional cobbler, although delicious, has become a bit old hat. Everyone is always glad to see it on the table, but you’ll never hear anyone say, “What is that?!” That’s why I’m really loving the delicious pear cobbler that I’ve discovered. It has all the classic flavors we love in cobbler along with some unexpected twists that are completely different. It’s one of those recipes that looks good but tastes great, and the best part is that it’s just as easy as it is tasty.
Recently, I was invited to a party, and I wanted to bring something a little different, so I gave this new recipe a try. After tasting it and watching it disappear almost immediately at the party, I knew I had to share it with all of you. It’s a total game-changer.
Pear Cobbler with Cinnamon Roll Crust
This delicious cobbler is filled with a sweet pear filling like any that you’d expect in a cobbler, but wait, there’s more. It also has a deliciously luscious cream cheese layer, as well. All of that filling is layered over a cinnamon roll crust, and then it’s all covered with a classic cobbler topping. What you end up with is a dessert that’s a bit like a cobbler, a bit like a pasty, and of course, accented with the flavor of cinnamon rolls. It’s a bit of a Frankenstein’s Monster of a dessert, and it is absolutely as delicious as it sounds.
Why You’ll Love This Pear Cobbler Recipe
- It has a delicious cinnamon roll crust, tender pears, and cobbler topping that is so scrumptious.
- It’s great served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or served cold. Both ways are delicious.
- It tastes incredible, and the layer of sweet cream cheese takes the recipe over the top.
Tips
- Be sure your cream cheese is at room temperature for the best incorporation and texture. You don’t want raw clumps of cream cheese in your mix.
- Keep your butter in the refrigerator until ready to cut it into the cobbler topping to get the best texture.
- Chilling your cinnamon rolls before rolling is vital unless you want a big mess on your hands.
Variations
- Use your favorite fruit for the filling.
- Berries work very well with this recipe, as well.
What to Serve with Pear Cobbler
Serve this cobbler warm topped with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It’s also delicious with a glass of milk or coffee. It makes a delicious dessert after almost any meal including dishes like:
- Baked chicken
- Fried chicken
- Pork chops
- Pork roast
- Beef roast
- Pot roast
What is the best way to preserve pears?
Freezing, canning, and dehydrating are the most common forms of long-term pear storage. All of them work well. It’s a matter of personal preference.
Do you have to peel pears before freezing?
No. Peeling is strictly a matter of personal preference. If you’re freezing them for baking, peel them. If you’re freezing them for smoothies, leave the peel on for all its fiber and vitamins.
Can fresh pears be frozen?
Absolutely. It’s one of the most popular ways of preserving them.
How long will this pear cobbler last?
It will keep in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For longer storage, you can freeze it for up to a month.
How to Store and Reheat Pear Cobbler Leftovers
Place your cobbler in an airtight container or cover the original dish tightly with cling wrap and refrigerate for up to 4 days. For longer storage, either wrap the original dish in a double layer of plastic wrap and a layer of foil or place the cobbler in an airtight, freezer-safe container and freeze for up to a month.
To reheat this cobbler, allow it to come to room temperature. Then, bake it for about 20 minutes at 350 degrees.
Pear Cobbler Ingredients
It only takes a few simple ingredients to make every part of this recipe. Most of them are pantry staples. Anything you don’t have can be easily found at your local grocery store.
- Crescent rounds
- Butter
- Brown sugar
- Ground cinnamon
- Cream cheese
- Sugar
- Egg yolk
- Lemon juice
- Vanilla extract
- Bartlett pears
- Cornstarch
- All purpose flour
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Boiling water
For the full list of ingredients and measurements, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
How to Make Pear Cobbler with Cinnamon Roll Crust
Making this recipe is just as easy as the ingredient list. There are a few steps, but they’re all very simple. Even beginners can make this recipe.
Step 1: Prep
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and spray a 9×13 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
Step 2: Top the Dough
Roll out the crescent rounds, pinching together any perforated edges. Then, evenly spread 2 tablespoons of butter over each rolled-out slab of dough. Sprinkle each dough with ¼ cup of brown sugar and sprinkle 1 tablespoon of cinnamon.
Step 3: Make the Cinnamon Rolls
Starting with the shorter end, roll the dough tightly into a log. Then, slice each log into 1-inch pieces, cutting and discarding the ends. Chill for 15 to 20 minutes in the refrigerator.
Step 4: Roll the Cinnamon Rolls Into a Crust
Remove the cinnamon rolls from the fridge and place them on a well-floured surface. Roll them out with a rolling pin, then place them in the prepared baking dish.
Step 5: Make the Cream Cheese Layer
Cream the cream cheese, sugar, egg yolk, lemon juice, and vanilla together in a medium bowl. Then, spread the mixture over the rolled-out cinnamon rolls.
Step 6: Make the Pear Filling
Add the sliced pears, sugars, lemon juice, cornstarch, and cinnamon to a large bowl and mix until well combined. Then, spread the mixture evenly over the cream cheese layer.
Step 7: Make the Cobbler Topping
Whisk the flour, sugars, baking powder, and salt together in a small bowl. Then, cut in the butter using a pastry cutter. Pour in boiling water and mix well with a fork. Finally, spread the topping over the pear filling.
Step 8: Bake
Bake the cobbler for 40 to 50 minutes or until the topping is golden brown. Enjoy!
Try This Delicious Easy Pear Cobbler Recipe Today
This homemade pear cobbler is everything we love about cobbler and then some. Starting with an unexpected cinnamon roll crust, a luscious cream cheese layer, and then moving on to classic pear filling and cobbler topping, this fall dessert recipe is one that no one will expect or be able to say no to! Give it a try, and I know you’ll keep it in your dessert rotation for a long time to come.
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And, here is a Triple Berry Cobbler, from Great Grub, Delicious Treats, that tastes amazing and is super easy to make too.
Pear Cobbler with Cinnamon Roll Crust
Ingredients
For the Cinnamon Roll Crust
- 2 rolls crescent rounds
- ¼ cup butter softened and divided
- ½ cup brown sugar divided
- 2 tablespoons cinnamon divided
For the Cream Cheese Layer
- 8 ounces cream cheese room temperature
- â…“ cup sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Pear Filling
- 8 Bartlett pears peel, core, and slice
- â…“ cup brown sugar
- â…“ cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Cobbler Topping
- 1 ½ cups flour
- â…“ cup brown sugar
- â…“ cup sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup butter 1 stick
- â…“ cup boiling water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350° and spray a 9×13 baking dish with non stick cooking spray. Set aside.
For the Cinnamon Roll Crust
- Roll out crescent rounds, pinching together any perforated edges.
- Evenly spread 2 tablespoons of butter over each rolled out slab of dough.
- Sprinkle ¼ cup of brown sugar and 1 tablespoon cinnamon over each dough.
- Starting with the shorter end of dough, roll tightly into a log.
- Slice each log into 1 inch pieces (cutting and discarding the ends), I ended up with 12 cinnamon rolls.
- Place in fridge to chill for 15-20 minutes.
- Remove from refrigerator and place on a well floured surfaced and roll out with a rolling pin.
- Place rolled cinnamon rolls in prepared baking dish.
- Bake in oven for 10 minutes, remove and let cool.
For the Cream Cheese Layer
- In a medium bowl, cream together the cream cheese, sugar, egg yolk, lemon juice, and vanilla.
- Spread cream cheese filling over rolled out cinnamon rolls.
For the Pear Filling
- In a large bowl, add sliced pears, sugars, lemon juice, cornstarch, and cinnamon. Mix until well combined.
- Evenly spread pear filling over cream cheese layer.
For the Cobbler Topping
- In a small bowl, whisk together flour, sugars, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut butter into dry ingredients using a pastry blender.
- Pour in boiling water and use a fork to mix well.
- Spread topping over pear filling.
- Bake in preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until topping is golden brown.
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