Honey baked pears are an easy fruit dessert made with ripe pears, honey, cinnamon, and walnuts, then baked until soft and caramelized. This version keeps the ingredient list simple and lets the pears do most of the work, with just enough honey and warm spice to make them feel like a cozy dessert.
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✅ Recipe Name: Honey Baked Pears
🕒 Ready In: ~35 minutes
👪 Serves: 4 servings
🍽 Calories: ~180 per serving (estimated)
🥣 Main Ingredients: Pears, honey, coconut oil, vanilla extract, cinnamon, walnuts
📖 Dietary Info: Gluten-free, dairy-free
👌 Difficulty: Easy - halve, drizzle, bake, serve
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These honey baked pears are easy enough for a simple weeknight treat but pretty enough to serve when you want something a little more special. The pears turn tender in the oven, the walnuts add a little crunch, and the honey mixture brings everything together with warm, sweet flavor.
If you want more easy fruit desserts, try our Cherry Almond Cake, Gluten-Free Strawberry Shortcake, or Healthy Apple Crisp.
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Why You'll Love these Honey Baked Pears:
Easy to make: Just halve the pears, drizzle them with the honey mixture, and bake until tender.
Simple but cozy: These baked pears are made with a short ingredient list, but they still feel warm and special.
Naturally sweet: The pears, honey, and cinnamon give this dessert plenty of sweetness without needing much else.|
Easy to serve different ways: Enjoy them on their own or serve with yogurt, whipped cream, or ice cream.
Key Ingredients:
- pears. Use ripe pears that are still firm enough to hold their shape as they bake. Bosc or Anjou pears work especially well.
- honey. Adds sweetness and helps the pears caramelize slightly in the oven.
- coconut oil. Gives the honey mixture a little richness and helps coat the pears evenly.
- vanilla extract. Adds warmth and makes the flavor feel more dessert-like.
- cinnamon. Pairs perfectly with the pears and honey and gives the recipe that cozy baked fruit flavor.
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Easy Substitutions & Variations:
- Use a different nut: Pecans or sliced almonds work well instead of walnuts.
- Swap the oil: Melted butter can be used in place of coconut oil if you do not need the recipe to be dairy-free.
- Add more spice: A pinch of nutmeg or ginger pairs well with the cinnamon and pears.
- Make it sweeter: Drizzle with a little extra honey after baking if you want a sweeter finish.
- Serve it with toppings: These pears are great with yogurt, whipped cream, or vanilla ice cream.
How to Make Honey Baked Pears:
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a baking dish. Cut the pears in half lengthwise and scoop out the cores, then place them cut side up in the baking dish. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
- Step 2: Spoon the honey mixture over the pears, then sprinkle the chopped walnuts on top. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the pears are tender and lightly caramelized. Serve warm, spooning any extra sauce from the baking dish over the top.
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Recipe Notes & Tips:
- Use ripe but firm pears: The pears should be ripe enough to be sweet, but still firm enough to hold their shape while baking.
- Choose a good baking pear: Bosc and Anjou pears work especially well because they soften nicely without falling apart too quickly.
- Do not skip the sauce: Spoon the honey mixture over the pears before baking and again before serving so they stay flavorful and glossy.
- Check for tenderness: The pears are done when a fork slides in easily, but they should still hold their shape.
- Add the walnuts near the end if needed: If your walnuts start browning too quickly, you can sprinkle them on during the last 10 minutes of baking.
How to Store:
Refrigerator: Store leftover in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating: Warm them in the microwave or in a 300°F oven until heated through. Spoon any extra sauce over the pears before serving.
Best texture: These are best served warm, when the pears are soft and the honey mixture is glossy.
Make ahead: You can prep the pears and honey mixture ahead of time, then assemble and bake when ready to serve.
Honey Baked Pears FAQs:
The best pears are varieties that stay tender without falling apart too quickly, like Bosc or Anjou pears. They hold their shape well in the oven while still becoming soft and sweet as they bake.
They are done when they are tender enough to pierce easily with a fork but still hold their shape. The tops should look glossy, and the honey mixture should be lightly bubbling around the pears.
Yes, they can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving. You can also prep the pears and honey mixture in advance, then bake them later when you are ready.
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Honey Baked Pears
Ingredients
- 4 ripe pears
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ cup walnuts, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Cut the pears in half lengthwise and scoop out the cores, then place them cut side up in the baking dish.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
- Spoon the honey mixture over the pears, then sprinkle the chopped walnuts on top.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the pears are tender and lightly caramelized.
- Serve warm, spooning any extra sauce from the baking dish over the top.
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Notes
- Use ripe but firm pears: The pears should be ripe enough to be sweet, but still firm enough to hold their shape while baking.
- Choose a good baking pear: Bosc and Anjou pears work especially well because they soften nicely without falling apart too quickly.
- Do not skip the sauce: Spoon the honey mixture over the pears before baking and again before serving so they stay flavorful and glossy.
- Check for tenderness: The pears are done when a fork slides in easily, but they should still hold their shape.
- Add the walnuts near the end if needed: If your walnuts start browning too quickly, you can sprinkle them on during the last 10 minutes of baking.
Amelia says
Delicious! I served with a scoop of ice cream and the kids loved it.