Description
Delightful Cinnamon Honey Baked Pears, a warm and comforting dessert featuring ripe pears drizzled with a cinnamon, honey, and vanilla mixture, baked to tender perfection and optionally topped with toasted nuts. Perfect for a light, elegant dessert served with Greek yogurt, whipped cream, or ice cream.
Ingredients
Scale
Pears
- 2 large ripe pears (such as Bosc or Anjou)
Topping
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter (optional, for extra richness)
Optional Garnish
- 2 tbsp chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, or almonds)
- Greek yogurt, whipped cream, or ice cream (for serving, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the pears evenly.
- Prepare Pears: Wash the pears thoroughly and cut them in half lengthwise. Using a spoon or melon baller, carefully scoop out the core and seeds, creating a small cavity in each pear half to hold the filling.
- Arrange in Baking Dish: Place the pear halves cut-side up in a baking dish. If the pears are unstable, trim a small slice off the rounded side so they remain steady during baking.
- Make the Topping: In a small bowl, combine the honey, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Drizzle this aromatic mixture evenly over each pear half. If desired, place a small piece of unsalted butter in the hollowed-out cavity of each pear for extra richness.
- Bake the Pears: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil to retain moisture and bake for 20 minutes. Then remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10–15 minutes, until the pears are tender and caramelized.
- Add Nuts (Optional): If using chopped nuts, sprinkle them over the pears during the last 5 minutes of baking so they toast lightly for added texture and flavor.
- Serve: Allow the baked pears to cool slightly. Serve warm with a dollop of Greek yogurt, whipped cream, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream to complement the sweet, spiced flavors.
Notes
- Choose ripe but firm pears like Bosc or Anjou for the best texture after baking.
- For a vegan version, omit butter or substitute with a plant-based alternative.
- Chopped nuts add crunch and flavor but can be omitted for a simpler dessert.
- Serve immediately for best flavor and texture, though leftovers can be refrigerated and gently reheated.
- Adjust honey quantity to taste depending on the sweetness of the pears used.
