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Classic Cinnamon Honey Baked Pears

Close-up of four glistening, caramelized baked pears with stems intact, served on a white dish.
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You can create a tender, aromatic treat by baking ripe pears with a simple cinnamon honey glaze. This recipe offers a warm, comforting flavor perfect for an elegant dessert with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 4 firm ripe pears (like Bosc or Anjou)
  • 4 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or a dollop of vanilla ice cream for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a small baking dish that fits the pears snugly.
  2. Wash the pears. Cut each pear in half lengthwise from stem to base. Use a melon baller or small spoon to carefully scoop out the core and seeds from each half.
  3. Place the pear halves cut-side up in the prepared baking dish.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, honey, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until combined. This creates your simple glaze.
  5. Spoon the honey mixture evenly over the cut surface of each pear half, letting some drizzle into the cored area.
  6. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the pears are tender when pierced with a fork. Baking time depends on the ripeness and size of your fruit.
  7. Remove from the oven. If using, sprinkle the chopped walnuts over the warm pears.
  8. Serve the baked pears warm, perhaps with a scoop of ice cream or a spoonful of the pan juices.

Notes

  • For an elegant presentation, you can score the top of the pear flesh lightly before baking.
  • If you prefer a less sweet dessert, reduce the honey amount by one tablespoon.
  • You can substitute maple syrup for honey if you prefer.
  • To serve this as a savory appetizer, replace the honey and cinnamon with 2 ounces of crumbled goat cheese and a few dried cranberries in the core cavity before baking.

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