Roasted Pears with Caramel Sauce

Savor the sophisticated simplicity of Roasted Pears with Caramel Sauce, a dessert that’s equal parts elegant and effortless. Perfectly ripe yet firm pears are roasted to tender, golden perfection with a luscious glaze of butter, honey, and vanilla. The true star, however, is the decadent homemade caramel sauce—crafted with granulated sugar, velvety heavy cream, and a hint of sea salt for that irresistible sweet-salty balance. Serve these warm, caramel-drizzled pears as a cozy treat or a refined dinner party finale, garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon and crunchy chopped nuts for an elevated touch. Ready in just 45 minutes, this show-stopping recipe is as easy to prepare as it is impressive, making it a must-try for dessert lovers and holiday hosts alike! Keywords: roasted pears, caramel sauce, easy elegant dessert, holiday dessert, homemade caramel.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces ripe but firm pears
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon cinnamon (optional for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Peel the pears, cut them in half lengthwise, and remove the core using a melon baller or small spoon. Leave the stems intact for presentation if desired.

Step 3

Place the pear halves cut side up in a baking dish. In a small bowl, melt the butter and mix it with honey and vanilla extract. Brush this mixture generously over the pears.

Step 4

Roast the pears in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, basting occasionally with the pan juices, until the pears are tender and caramelized around the edges.

Step 5

While the pears are roasting, prepare the caramel sauce. In a medium saucepan, heat the granulated sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until it melts into a golden-brown liquid. Be careful not to burn the sugar.

Step 6

Once the sugar is completely melted, reduce the heat to low and slowly add the heavy cream. The mixture will bubble vigorously, so stir continuously until it smooths out.

Step 7

Remove the caramel sauce from heat and stir in the sea salt. Let it cool slightly.

Step 8

To serve, place the roasted pear halves on a plate and drizzle them generously with the caramel sauce. Optionally, sprinkle with a pinch of cinnamon and chopped nuts for added flavor and texture.

Step 9

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1242.1 grams (1242.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2398

Total Fat 113.00g	145%
Saturated Fat 63.20g	316%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 302mg	101%
Sodium 676mg	29%
Total Carbohydrate 346.80g	126%
Dietary Fiber 25.80g	92%
Total Sugars 303.60g
Protein 5.30g	11%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 95mg	7%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 927mg	20%

*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: 41.9%

Protein: 0.9%

Carbs: 57.2%