Description
Delightful Honey-Cinnamon Baked Pears elevate simple fruit into a sophisticated dessert that whispers comfort and warmth. Caramelized edges, fragrant spices, and sweet drizzles create an irresistible finale you’ll savor with pure culinary pleasure.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit:
- 4 pears
Spices and Sweeteners:
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
Extras:
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and position the rack in the middle for even baking.
- Carefully wash and dry the pears, then slice them in half lengthwise using a sharp knife.
- Use a small spoon to gently scoop out the seeds and core from each pear half, creating a smooth hollow.
- Drizzle lemon juice over the pear halves to prevent browning and enhance their natural flavor.
- Arrange the pear halves cut-side up in a baking dish, ensuring they are evenly spaced.
- Melt the butter and combine it with honey, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg in a small bowl, whisking until smooth.
- Generously brush the spiced honey mixture over each pear half, making sure to coat the entire surface.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pears are tender and caramelized.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to settle.
- Optional: Sprinkle chopped walnuts over the warm pears for added crunch and texture.
- Serve immediately while still warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Notes
- Choose ripe, firm pears like Bosc or Anjou for the best texture and caramelization during baking.
- Prevent pears from browning by immediately brushing with fresh lemon juice after cutting, which adds a subtle bright flavor.
- Adjust sweetness by using different honey varieties like wildflower or lavender honey for unique flavor profiles.
- For a gluten-free and vegan version, replace butter with coconut oil and use maple syrup instead of honey.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 198
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 1 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg