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Simple Baked Pears

A delightful dessert featuring baked pears that are simple to prepare and deliciously sweet.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 ripe pears halved and cored
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon butter cut into small pieces
  • Chopped nuts optional, for topping

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking dish
  • Small bowl
  • Paring knife
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Halve and core the pears, placing them cut side up in a baking dish.
  3. In a small bowl, combine honey (or maple syrup) and cinnamon.
  4. Pour the honey-cinnamon mixture evenly over the pear halves.
  5. Dot the tops of the pears with small pieces of butter.
  6. Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for about 25 minutes.
  7. If using chopped nuts, sprinkle them on top in the last 5 minutes of baking.
  8. Once baked, let them cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve warm, possibly with ice cream or yogurt.