Baked Pears
These baked pears are a cozy, healthy dessert made with maple syrup, cinnamon, and vanilla. Served warm with Greek yogurt and granola, they’re naturally sweet, simple to make, and perfect for any season.
Yield: 4 people
Calories: 180kcal
Cost: $5
Equipment
- oven Preheated to 375°F (190°C)
- Baking dish Large enough for 4 pear halves
- Small bowl For mixing syrup and spices
- Spoon For drizzling syrup
- Knife For cutting and coring pears
Materials
- 2 large Pears Bartlett, Anjou, or Bosc
- 2 tbsp Maple syrup Or honey if preferred
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract Pure or bean paste
- 1 tsp Ground cinnamon Adjust to taste
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt For topping
- 0.25 cup Granola Optional, for crunch
- 1 tbsp Butter or oil To grease baking dish
Instructions
- Prepare the Pears: Wash and slice pears in half. Use a spoon to remove the cores but leave stems for presentation.
- Preheat the Oven: Heat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with butter or oil.
- Mix the Syrup: In a small bowl, combine maple syrup, vanilla, and cinnamon. Stir until smooth and fragrant.
- Assemble the Dish: Place pear halves cut-side up in the dish and drizzle evenly with the syrup mixture.
- Bake the Pears: Bake for 25–30 minutes until tender and golden. Spoon syrup from the pan over pears halfway through for extra glaze.
- Cool and Serve: Let the pears rest for 5 minutes. Serve warm with Greek yogurt and granola on top.
Notes
For a dairy-free version, use coconut yogurt.
You can substitute maple syrup with honey or date syrup.
Add chopped nuts, dark chocolate chips, or a sprinkle of nutmeg for variety.
Leftover baked pears store well in the fridge for up to 3 days.