Chocolatey Pear Crisp
[Vegan]

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.

Making the filling:

1. Add the diced pears to a 9 x 12-inch baking dish.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, vanilla extract and spelt flour.
3. Pour over the pears and mix well.

Making the topping and baking the crisp:

1. In a large bowl, mix spelt flour, spelt flakes, maple sugar, baking powder and salt.
2. In a saucepan, melt the cocoa butter over medium heat. Remove from heat and whisk in the oil.
3. Pour over the dry ingredients. Mix with a spoon, then mix well with your hands until coated evenly and crumbly.
4. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the pears.
5. Bake for 1 hour, until the filling is bubbling and the top is golden. Let cool for 30 minutes before serving.
6. Store in the refrigerator.