Cinnamon Maple Baked Pears
A comforting, no-fuss dessert with soft, tender pear halves glazed in maple syrup and cinnamon, perfect for cozy evenings.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 4 pieces ripe pears (Bosc, Bartlett, or Anjou) Choose ripe but still firm pears.
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup Use grade A for lighter flavor or grade B for more intensity.
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon For flavor enhancement.
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice Prevents discoloration and adds brightness.
- to taste optional chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, or hazelnuts) For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Halve the pears lengthwise and use a small spoon or melon baller to remove the cores and seeds. No need to peel.
- In a shallow baking dish, whisk together the maple syrup, ground cinnamon, and lemon juice until combined.
- Arrange the pear halves cut side up in the dish. Drizzle each half with the maple-cinnamon mixture so some syrup pools in the dish.
Baking
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, depending on ripeness, until pears are fork-tender and glossy. Rotate the dish once halfway through if your oven has hot spots.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes. Optionally sprinkle with chopped nuts for crunch. Serve warm.
Notes
If pears are very firm, increase baking to 35 minutes for extra tenderness. These baked pears can be enjoyed warm, with ice cream, over yogurt, or as a topping for pancakes.