Honey-Glazed Baked Pears with Cinnamon and Walnuts
Warm baked pears drizzled with honey and sprinkled with cinnamon and toasted walnuts for a naturally sweet and comforting dessert. This mediterranean-inspired desserts (vegetarian) ready in about 40 minutes layers halved and cored ripe Bosc pears, honey, ground cinnamon 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, halved and cored ripe Bosc pears
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/3 cup chopped toasted walnuts
- 2 tbsp, melted unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Arrange 4 halved and cored Bosc pears cut side up in a baking dish. Brush each pear half generously with 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter and drizzle 1/4 cup honey evenly over all pears.
- Step 2: Sprinkle 1 tsp ground cinnamon over the pears and drizzle 1 tbsp lemon juice evenly to balance the sweetness. Scatter 1/3 cup chopped toasted walnuts on top of each pear half.
- Step 3: Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until pears are tender and honey is bubbling at the edges. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Step 4: Spoon any honey and walnut glaze from the pan over the pears when plating for extra flavor.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Glazed Baked Pears with Cinnamon and Walnuts 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-Glazed Baked Pears with Cinnamon and Walnuts?
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-Glazed Baked Pears with Cinnamon and Walnuts?
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-Glazed Baked Pears with Cinnamon and Walnuts 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.
Is Honey-Glazed Baked Pears with Cinnamon and Walnuts vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
