Best 3 Pear Crescent Cookies Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors presented by our collection of pear crescent cookies, where the delicate sweetness of pears harmonizes perfectly with the buttery, flaky pastry. These delectable treats are sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. From the classic Pear Crescent Cookies recipe, featuring a simple yet irresistible combination of fresh pears, sugar, and cinnamon, to the more elaborate Pear Almond Crescent Cookies, which boasts a luscious filling of almond paste and a sprinkling of sliced almonds, each recipe offers a unique flavor journey. Whether you prefer a traditional approach or a touch of sophistication, our pear crescent cookies recipes cater to every palate. With step-by-step instructions and detailed ingredient lists, baking these delightful treats becomes an effortless endeavor, allowing you to impress your loved ones with homemade goodness. So, embark on a culinary adventure and let the irresistible aroma of freshly baked pear crescent cookies fill your kitchen.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

PEAR BAR COOKIES



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When you're in the mood for bars that are a little bit different, bake these spiced goodies featuring mellow pears and tender coconut. The small-size batch will disappear before you know it.-Cora Dunlop, Boston Bar, British Columbia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 16 bars.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
FILLING:
2 large eggs, room temperature
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
2 medium pears, peeled and diced
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the flour and sugar. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press into a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake at 350° for 25-28 minutes or until golden brown., In a small bowl, beat the eggs, brown sugar and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder, salt and ginger; stir into egg mixture just until moistened. Gently stir in pears and coconut. , Spread over warm crust. Bake 20-23 minutes longer or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 119mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SPICY PEAR COOKIES



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Delicious, rich flavor with or without frosting. Top with walnut halves for a fancy touch.

Provided by Cheryl Statt

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Drop Cookie Recipes

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ cup butter, softened
1 ½ cups packed brown sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 pear - peeled, cored and diced
½ cup raisins
½ cup chopped walnuts
1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
2 ½ tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In large bowl, beat margarine and sugar untill smooth. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and ginger; mix into batter. Stir in chopped pears, chopped nuts and raisins.
  • Drop about two inches apart by rounded tablespoonfuls onto baking sheets and bake 15 minutes or until edges are golden brown and center springs back when lightly touched. Remove to wire racks to cool.
  • Combine confectioners' sugar and lemon juice and mix until smooth. Spoon icing over coookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298.8 calories, Carbohydrate 52.9 g, Cholesterol 28.7 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 104.4 mg, Sugar 37.3 g

PECAN CRESCENT COOKIES



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These sugary, nutty little nuggets have been a Christmas staple in my house since the late 70s. These tempting cookies were nearly impossible to sneak a pre-holiday nibble of, because even one bite would yield a trail of powdered sugar all over the kitchen, your shirt and your mouth!

Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     dessert

Time 1h

Yield about 5 dozen cookies

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups all-purpose flour, scooped
1/4 teaspoon fine salt
2 cups (4 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
2/3 cup granulated sugar
4 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 cup pecans, finely chopped
1 1/4 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Adjust an oven rack to the middle position and preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment.
  • Whisk the flour and salt together in a large bowl and set aside.
  • Combine the butter and granulated sugar in a separate large bowl and beat with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, 3 to 4 minutes. Beat in 4 teaspoons of water and the vanilla. Slowly mix in the flour mixture and finally, the pecans.
  • Break off tablespoonful pieces of dough, roll each to form a crescent shape and arrange evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheets. (You'll have leftover dough for a second batch.)
  • Bake until slightly golden on the bottoms and edges, 10 to 12 minutes. Watch very carefully--better to undercook than overcook. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely, about 10 minutes. Repeat with the remaining dough.
  • Put the powdered sugar in a shallow plate. Once cooled, roll each cookie in an ample amount of the sugar.

Tips:

  • Soften the butter and cream cheese to room temperature. This will make them easier to mix and will result in a smoother cookie dough.
  • Use ripe pears. Ripe pears will be sweeter and have a more intense flavor, which will make your cookies more delicious.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing the dough will make the cookies tough.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape and will prevent them from spreading too much in the oven.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set. Overbaking the cookies will make them dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before frosting them. This will help the frosting set properly.

Conclusion:

These pear crescent cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with a simple dough that is filled with a sweet and creamy pear filling. The cookies are then baked until they are golden brown and frosted with a vanilla glaze. These cookies are sure to be a hit with your family and friends!

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