Baked Pears with Walnuts and Honey
Indulge in the warmth and sweetness of Baked Pears with Walnuts and Honey—a delightful dessert that combines tender, juicy pears with crunchy walnuts and a drizzle of honey. This simple yet elegant dish is perfect for weeknight family dinners or special occasions. It comes together quickly, making it an easy choice for any home cook. Each bite offers a comforting blend of flavors, enhanced by optional spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Whether served warm with a scoop of creamy Greek yogurt or vanilla ice cream, these baked pears are sure to impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 ripe pears (Bartlett or Bosc)
- 1/2 cup walnuts, roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Wash the pears, cut them in half lengthwise, and scoop out the cores.
- In a bowl, mix chopped walnuts, honey, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and vanilla extract. Spoon this mixture into each pear half.
- Place the pears cut side up in a baking dish and pour water around them.
- Cover with foil and bake for about 20 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for another 10–15 minutes until soft and golden.
- Serve warm with Greek yogurt or vanilla ice cream if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear half (80g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg