Baked Prickly Pears

Transform your dessert game with these elegantly simple Baked Prickly Pears, a vibrant recipe that showcases the natural sweetness of this exotic fruit. Delicately peeled and roasted to perfection, the prickly pears are bathed in a luscious glaze of honey, warm cinnamon, zesty orange, and tangy lemon juice, creating a harmony of flavors that’s both comforting and refreshing. Topped with a hint of butter for a golden caramelized finish and optionally garnished with crunchy chopped pistachios, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s perfect for a unique yet effortless dessert that will impress your guests. Whether served warm or at room temperature, these baked prickly pears bring a subtle touch of gourmet sophistication to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 Prickly pears
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 2 tablespoons Chopped pistachios (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.

Step 2

Carefully peel the prickly pears with a knife by slicing off both ends and making a long cut down the skin. Gently remove the skin without damaging the flesh.

Step 3

Place the peeled prickly pears into the prepared baking dish, ensuring they are evenly spaced.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix together the honey, ground cinnamon, orange zest, and lemon juice until well combined.

Step 5

Drizzle the honey mixture evenly over the prickly pears, ensuring they are generously coated.

Step 6

Dot each prickly pear with a small amount of butter to enhance the caramelization process while baking.

Step 7

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the prickly pears are tender and the glaze has thickened slightly.

Step 8

Remove the dish from the oven and let the prickly pears cool for a few minutes.

Step 9

Transfer the baked prickly pears to serving dishes and garnish with chopped pistachios if desired.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy the sweet, tangy, and aromatic flavors of the baked prickly pears.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	696.3 grams (696.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	553

Total Fat 32.70g	42%
Saturated Fat 13.50g	68%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.70g
Cholesterol 66mg	22%
Sodium 177mg	8%
Total Carbohydrate 68.60g	25%
Dietary Fiber 25.00g	89%
Total Sugars 54.90g
Protein 9.50g	19%

Vitamin D 5IU	23%
Calcium 375mg	29%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 1561mg	33%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.5%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 45.2%