Homemade Pear Pie offers a mouthwatering combination of sweet, tender pears, a buttery, flaky crust, and a medley of warm, comforting spices.It’s a slice of homemade goodness that’s perfect for any occasion, whether it’s served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoyed on its own! I highly recommend making the pear pie filling for other desserts, too! Ingredients & Substitutions Crust: For this recipe and all of your pie recipes, try my no-fail pie crust! It will be your go-to crust and the recipe is the perfect amount for a bottom and top crust.Of course, you can also use a package of store-bought pie crusts (which come with 2 crusts, which you will need).

Pears: When choosing pears for the pear pie filling, look for pears that are ripe, but not overly ripe (not too soft).You will need 5-6 large pears or 8-9 small pears.Slice the pears about 1/4-inch thick to make the homemade pie filling.

A few varieties of pears that are commonly recommended are bosc, anjou (red or green), or firm Bartlett (red or green) pears, just to name a few.Or, consider using a mix of pear varieties! If substituting frozen pears, let them thaw and then drain any excess liquid before using.Be aware that the texture may be slightly different if using frozen pears.

Cornstarch: Cornstarch is commonly used in pie fillings because it is an excellent thickening agent.It also helps create a smooth and consistent texture.Spices: Ground cinnamon and ground nutmeg are

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