Description
Baked pears are a delightful dessert that transforms simple fruit into a warm, aromatic treat. With sweet, tender flesh infused with cinnamon and a hint of buttery richness, this dish offers comfort in every bite. Perfect for any occasion, whether as an elegant dinner party finale or a cozy weeknight indulgence, baked pears are sure to impress your taste buds and create lasting memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe pears (Bartlett or Bosc)
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Wash and halve the pears, scooping out the cores.
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle inside each pear half.
- Place pear halves cut side up in a baking dish and dot with butter.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until fork-tender.
- Serve warm, optionally drizzled with honey or paired with ice cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear half (approximately 105g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg