Maple-Roasted Pears with Bourbon Caramel
Cinnamon-spiced pears baked until tender, drizzled with a rich bourbon-infused caramel sauce. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 40 minutes layers halved and cored Bosc pears, maple syrup, butter 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 320 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 Bosc pears
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp bourbon
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Place pear halves cut-side down in a baking dish. Drizzle with 2 tbsp maple syrup and sprinkle with 1/4 tsp cinnamon.
- Step 2: Bake for 25 minutes until pears are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Step 3: While pears bake, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add brown sugar and 1 tbsp bourbon, stirring until sugar dissolves.
- Step 4: Reduce heat to low, simmer for 3 minutes, then stir in 1/4 cup heavy cream and 1/2 tsp vanilla. Simmer 2 more minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
- Step 5: Remove pears from oven, flip cut-side up, and drizzle with remaining 1 tbsp maple syrup. Pour bourbon caramel sauce over pears and serve warm.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Roasted Pears with Bourbon Caramel 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 Maple-Roasted Pears with Bourbon Caramel?
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 Maple-Roasted Pears with Bourbon Caramel?
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 Maple-Roasted Pears with Bourbon Caramel 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 Maple-Roasted Pears with Bourbon Caramel?
American 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.
What others are saying
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The bourbon caramel transformed simple pears into a showstopper dessert.
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Made this for date night – the caramel drizzle was divine with vanilla ice cream.
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Served with oatmeal cream cheese for brunch – everyone raved about the bourbon glaze.
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