Description
Baked pears are a warm and comforting dessert that fills your kitchen with a heavenly aroma. Tender, juicy pears are caramelized in the oven with a sweet blend of honey, brown sugar, and cinnamon, creating an irresistible treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether served warm with ice cream or enjoyed on their own, these baked pears promise to delight your taste buds and impress your guests with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe pears (Bartlett or Anjou)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Halve the pears lengthwise and scoop out the cores.
- Place pear halves cut-side up in a baking dish.
- Sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon over each half.
- Dot with butter and drizzle honey on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and tender.
- Serve warm, optionally topped with ice cream or whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear half (100g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute honey for maple syrup for a different flavor. Add a dash of vanilla extract or sprinkle nutmeg for extra warmth. For added texture, consider mixing in nuts like walnuts or pecans.