Honey Almond Baked Pears with Cinnamon
Sweet pears roasted with honey and toasted almonds, enhanced by warm cinnamon for a simple yet elegant baked dessert. This mediterranean-inspired desserts ready in about 40 minutes layers medium, halved and cored ripe pears, honey, toasted sliced almonds into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 medium, halved and cored ripe pears
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/3 cup toasted sliced almonds
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup honey, 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon until well mixed.
- Step 2: Arrange 4 halved and cored medium pears cut side up in a baking dish; brush each pear half generously with the honey-cinnamon mixture.
- Step 3: Sprinkle 1/3 cup toasted sliced almonds evenly over the pears.
- Step 4: Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until pears are tender when pierced with a fork and topping is golden.
- Step 5: Serve warm, spooning any pan juices over the pears.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey Almond Baked Pears with Cinnamon take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Honey Almond Baked Pears with Cinnamon?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey Almond Baked Pears with Cinnamon?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Honey Almond Baked Pears with Cinnamon for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Honey Almond Baked Pears with Cinnamon?
Mediterranean desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
