Oven-Roasted Pears with Cinnamon Honey Glaze
Tender oven-roasted pears bathed in a warm cinnamon honey glaze, served with a sprinkle of toasted walnuts for a simple yet elegant dessert. This french-inspired desserts ready in about 40 minutes layers medium ripe Bosc pears, honey, 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 250 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 ripe Bosc pears
- 1/3 cup honey
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/3 cup, chopped toasted walnuts
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Peel 4 medium ripe Bosc pears, then halve and core each pear, leaving the stem intact for presentation.
- Step 2: In a small saucepan, melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir in 1/3 cup honey and 1 tsp ground cinnamon, cooking for 2 minutes until fragrant and slightly thickened.
- Step 3: Brush the honey cinnamon glaze generously over the cut sides of the pears, then place them cut side up in a baking dish.
- Step 4: Drizzle 1 tbsp lemon juice evenly over the pears to balance sweetness and prevent browning.
- Step 5: Roast the pears in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, basting with additional glaze halfway through, until the pears are tender and caramelized around the edges.
- Step 6: Remove from oven and sprinkle 1/3 cup chopped toasted walnuts over the warm pears before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Oven-Roasted Pears with Cinnamon 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 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 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 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 Honey Glaze?
French 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.
