Oven-Roasted Pears with Cinnamon and Honey Glaze

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Juicy pears oven-roasted with cinnamon and drizzled with a honey glaze for a naturally sweet and simple dessert. This mediterranean-inspired desserts ready in about 40 minutes layers ripe Bosc pears, halved and cored, ground cinnamon, honey 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 180 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 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1 tbsp lemon juice until well combined.
  2. Step 2: Place 4 halved and cored ripe Bosc pears cut-side up in a baking dish. Brush each pear half generously with the honey-cinnamon glaze.
  3. Step 3: Roast pears in the preheated 400°F oven for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized around the edges.
  4. Step 4: Remove from oven and let cool slightly before sprinkling 1/4 cup chopped toasted walnuts over the pears. Serve warm or at room temperature.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Oven-Roasted Pears with Cinnamon and Honey Glaze 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 Pears with Cinnamon and Honey Glaze?

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 Pears with Cinnamon and Honey Glaze?

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 Pears with Cinnamon and Honey Glaze 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 Pears with Cinnamon and Honey Glaze?

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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