Oven-Roasted Honey Glazed Pears with Walnuts

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Juicy pears roasted to tender perfection and drizzled with honey, topped with toasted walnuts for a naturally sweet and crunchy dessert. This mediterranean-inspired desserts ready in about 40 minutes layers halved and cored ripe pears, honey, melted unsalted 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 220 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F. In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup honey, 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice until well combined.
  2. Step 2: Place 4 halved and cored ripe pears cut-side up in a baking dish.
  3. Step 3: Brush the honey butter mixture generously over each pear half, making sure to coat the cut surfaces.
  4. Step 4: Sprinkle 1/3 cup chopped walnuts evenly over the pear halves.
  5. Step 5: Roast the pears in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the pears are tender and caramelized and the walnuts are toasted and golden.
  6. Step 6: Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before serving warm or at room temperature.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Oven-Roasted Honey Glazed Pears with 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 Oven-Roasted Honey Glazed Pears with 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 Oven-Roasted Honey Glazed Pears with 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 Oven-Roasted Honey Glazed Pears with 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.

What goes well with Oven-Roasted Honey Glazed Pears with Walnuts?

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.

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