Roasted Winter Pears

Indulge in the cozy flavors of "Roasted Winter Pears," a simple yet elegant dessert perfect for chilly evenings or holiday gatherings. This recipe highlights sweet, ripe pears roasted to tender perfection with a luscious glaze of melted butter, honey, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of vanilla. A splash of lemon juice adds a bright, tangy contrast, while the caramelized sauce makes every bite irresistible. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy oven-roasted dish fills your kitchen with warm, spiced aromas and is a delightful way to showcase seasonal fruit. Serve these golden, melt-in-your-mouth pears with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream for an effortlessly impressive finale to any meal. Keywords: roasted pears recipe, winter dessert, caramelized fruit dessert, easy holiday recipes, oven-roasted fruit.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces ripe but firm pears (such as Bosc, Anjou, or Bartlett)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1 serving whipped cream or vanilla ice cream (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Wash and dry the pears. Slice each pear in half lengthwise and use a spoon or melon baller to remove the core and seeds.

Step 3

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

Step 4

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

Step 5

Drizzle the butter mixture evenly over the pear halves, ensuring each one is well-coated.

Step 6

Cover the baking dish loosely with aluminum foil and roast the pears in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 7

Remove the foil and baste the pears with the sauce from the baking dish. Continue roasting for an additional 10 minutes, or until the pears are tender and caramelized.

Step 8

Carefully transfer the pears to serving plates and spoon the warm sauce from the baking dish over them.

Step 9

Serve the roasted pears warm, optionally topped with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	848.4 grams (848.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	943

Total Fat 30.10g	39%
Saturated Fat 17.50g	88%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 77mg	26%
Sodium 26mg	1%
Total Carbohydrate 181.80g	66%
Dietary Fiber 25.50g	91%
Total Sugars 138.80g
Protein 3.40g	7%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 126mg	10%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 924mg	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: 26.8%

Protein: 1.3%

Carbs: 71.9%