Oven-Roasted Spiced Pears with Honey and Walnuts
Tender oven-roasted pears infused with warm spices, drizzled with honey, and topped with toasted walnuts for a simple elegant dessert. This desserts-inspired desserts ready in about 40 minutes layers halved and cored ripe pears, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg 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.
Ingredients
- 4, halved and cored ripe pears
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1/2 cup, roughly chopped unsalted walnuts
- 2 tbsp, melted unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a bowl, whisk together 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, and 1/4 tsp ground ginger.
- Step 2: Place 4 halved and cored ripe pears cut side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush each pear half with 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter and 1 tbsp lemon juice.
- Step 3: Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the pears, then drizzle 3 tbsp honey over all halves.
- Step 4: Roast the pears in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized around the edges.
- Step 5: While pears roast, toast 1/2 cup roughly chopped unsalted walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned.
- Step 6: Remove pears from oven and transfer to serving plates. Sprinkle toasted walnuts over the top and serve warm.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Oven-Roasted Spiced Pears with Honey 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 Oven-Roasted Spiced Pears with Honey 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 Oven-Roasted Spiced Pears with Honey 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 Oven-Roasted Spiced Pears with Honey 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.
What goes well with Oven-Roasted Spiced Pears with Honey and Walnuts?
Desserts 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.
