Ingredients
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Gather these simple ingredients, and you’ll be ready to create this heartwarming dish:
- 4 ripe but firm pears (such as Bosc or Anjou)
- 1/4 cup honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional, for added crunch)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (or coconut oil for a dairy-free version)
These ingredients are likely already in your pantry, and if not, substitutions are easy. Swap honey with maple syrup for a different sweetness profile, or use coconut oil instead of butter to keep it dairy-free.
Instructions
Let’s get those pears into the oven with these simple steps:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- Wash and halve the pears, scooping out the core with a spoon to create a small well.
- Arrange the pear halves cut side up in the baking dish.
- In a small bowl, mix together the honey, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract.
- Drizzle the honey mixture over the pears, ensuring each half is well coated.
- If using, sprinkle the nuts over the pears for added texture.
- Dot each pear half with a small piece of butter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the pears are tender and the tops are golden.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Pro tip: Keep an eye on the pears during the last few minutes of baking. You want them tender but not mushy—a balance achieved through practice and a little love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Baked Pear, recipe, cooking, food
