Bake ripe pears until tender with a simple glaze of honey and cinnamon. This easy baked pear recipe creates a warm, comforting dessert perfect for any occasion.
Author:sophia collins
Prep Time:10 min
Cook Time:30 min
Total Time:40 min
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
4 firm ripe pears (Bosc or Anjou work well)
4 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons water
Optional: 1/4 cup chopped walnuts for topping
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a small baking dish.
Wash the pears. Cut each pear in half lengthwise and use a melon baller or small spoon to scoop out the core and seeds. Leave the stem end intact if possible for presentation.
Place the pear halves cut-side up in the prepared baking dish.
In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
Spoon the honey mixture evenly over the cut surface of each pear half.
Pour the 2 tablespoons of water into the bottom of the baking dish to prevent sticking and create steam.
Bake for 25 to 35 minutes, or until the pears are tender when pierced with a fork. Baking time depends on the ripeness of your fruit.
If using walnuts, sprinkle them over the pears during the last 5 minutes of baking.
Carefully remove the pears from the oven. Drizzle any remaining pan juices over the top before serving warm.
Notes
For an elegant pear dessert, serve immediately with a small scoop of vanilla bean ice cream or Greek yogurt.
If you want a sweet and savory baked pears option, try topping halves with a small piece of goat cheese before baking.
This recipe is naturally sweet and fits well into healthy roasted pears plans.