Easy Baked Pears
Easy Baked Pears are a warm, tender dessert made by roasting ripe pears with honey, cinnamon, and butter. This cozy treat is naturally sweet and incredibly simple to prepare, perfect for both weeknights and special occasions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 2 ripe but firm pears (such as Bosc, Anjou, or Bartlett), halved and cored
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp butter or coconut oil
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- 2 tbsp chopped nuts (optional)
- Greek yogurt, whipped cream, or ice cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Halve the pears lengthwise and scoop out the cores using a spoon or melon baller.
- Place the pear halves cut-side up in a baking dish.
- Drizzle with honey or maple syrup and squeeze lemon juice over each half.
- Sprinkle cinnamon over the pears and place a small piece of butter into the hollow of each pear.
- Add vanilla extract and chopped nuts, if using.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10–15 minutes, until pears are tender and lightly golden.
- Serve warm with your choice of yogurt, whipped cream, or ice cream.
Notes
Use firm-ripe pears so they hold their shape while baking.Swap honey for maple syrup to make it vegan.Add extra warm spices like nutmeg or ginger for a more spiced flavor.Top with chocolate, granola, or dried cranberries for variation.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat gently before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear half with toppings
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Find it online: https://cookibly.com/easy-baked-pears/
