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Baked Pears

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Enjoy warm, caramelized baked pears drizzled with honey and sprinkled with cinnamon—a delightful, healthy dessert that everyone will love.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 ripe but firm pears (such as Bosc or Anjou)
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • Vanilla ice cream (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
  2. Prepare the Pears: Wash the pears under cold water. Slice them in half lengthwise and remove the core using a spoon or melon baller.
  3. Add Sweetness: Place the pear halves cut side up in the baking dish. Drizzle honey generously over them and sprinkle ground cinnamon evenly.
  4. Bake Away: Bake the pears in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, until tender and caramelized. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
  5. Add Crunch (Optional): If desired, sprinkle chopped nuts on top during the last five minutes of baking for added crunch.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat. Drizzle with extra honey if desired.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pear half (approximately 100g)
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 29g
  • Sodium: 1mg
  • Fat: 0.5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 39g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Choose ripe but firm pears for the best texture. Experiment with maple syrup instead of honey for a different flavor. For added flair, try adding a splash of vanilla extract to enhance sweetness.