Spiced Baked Pears with Almond Butter
Naturally sweet pears baked with warming spices and drizzled with creamy almond butter for a guilt-free dessert. This american-inspired whole30 ready in about 35 minutes pairs medium, halved and cored pears, almond butter, ground cinnamon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 195 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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, halved and cored pears
- 2 tbsp almond butter
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Place 4 halved and cored medium pears cut-side down in a baking dish.
- Step 2: Mix 2 tbsp almond butter with 1 tsp ground cinnamon and 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg in a small bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Step 3: Spoon the almond butter mixture evenly over each pear half, then bake for 25-30 minutes until pears are tender when pierced and edges are golden brown.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spiced Baked Pears with Almond Butter take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Spiced Baked Pears with Almond Butter?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep almond butter from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spiced Baked Pears with Almond Butter?
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 Spiced Baked Pears with Almond Butter 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 Spiced Baked Pears with Almond Butter?
American whole30 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
- ★★★★★
Love how the American come through in every bite.
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
