Roasted Pears

Elevate your dessert game with these irresistible Roasted Pears—a simple yet elegant treat that blends natural sweetness with warm, spiced flavors. Perfectly ripe but firm pears are halved, bathed in a luscious mixture of melted butter, honey, cinnamon, vanilla, and a touch of zesty lemon juice, then roasted to golden perfection. Optional walnuts add a delightful crunch, while a serving of creamy vanilla ice cream or whipped cream transforms this dish into a decadent masterpiece. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe makes for an ideal autumn-inspired dessert or an impressive dinner party finale. Warm, aromatic, and naturally gluten-free, Roasted Pears will earn a spot as your go-to for easy, crowd-pleasing indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 ripe but firm pears
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 0.5 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.25 cups walnuts (optional)
• 0 vanilla ice cream or whipped cream (for serving, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Peel the pears, cut them in half lengthwise, and scoop out the cores using a small spoon or melon baller. Remove the stems.

Step 3

Place the pear halves cut-side up in a baking dish just large enough to hold them snugly.

Step 4

In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Stir in the honey, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until well combined.

Step 5

Pour the butter mixture over the pears, ensuring each pear is evenly coated.

Step 6

Optionally, sprinkle walnuts around and on top of the pears for added crunch and flavor.

Step 7

Roast the pears in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, basting them with the sauce in the dish every 10 minutes. The pears should be tender and slightly caramelized by the end of the cooking time.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Serve warm, either on their own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	917.5 grams (917.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1141

Total Fat 50.80g	65%
Saturated Fat 20.60g	103%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 91mg	30%
Sodium 69mg	3%
Total Carbohydrate 182.40g	66%
Dietary Fiber 27.10g	97%
Total Sugars 135.20g
Protein 9.60g	19%

Vitamin D 10IU	50%
Calcium 200mg	15%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 1149mg	24%

*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: 37.3%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 59.5%