Roasted Pears with Walnuts (Print Version)

Tender roasted pears with cinnamon, crunchy walnuts, and creamy Greek yogurt for a healthy dessert option.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 2 large ripe pears (Bosc or Anjou), halved and cored

→ Sweetener & Spices

02 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
03 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
04 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Nuts

05 - 1/3 cup walnut halves, roughly chopped

→ Dairy

06 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)

→ Garnish (optional)

07 - Additional honey or maple syrup, for drizzling
08 - Fresh mint leaves

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
02 - Place pear halves cut side up in the prepared baking dish.
03 - Drizzle pears with honey or maple syrup, sprinkle with cinnamon, and add vanilla extract evenly over each half.
04 - Roast in the oven for 22 to 25 minutes until pears are tender and lightly caramelized.
05 - Remove baking dish from oven and allow pears to cool slightly.
06 - Divide Greek yogurt evenly among four plates or bowls and place a roasted pear half on each.
07 - Sprinkle chopped walnuts over the pears and drizzle with additional honey or maple syrup if desired. Garnish with fresh mint leaves as preferred.
08 - Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Simple preparation with wholesome ingredients
  • Balanced flavors plus easy to adapt for dietary needs
02 -
  • This dessert contains tree nuts and dairy; use substitutes as needed for allergies
  • Roasted pears pair well with light dessert wine or herbal tea
03 -
  • Swap walnuts for pecans or almonds for a flavor twist
  • For a vegan take, use coconut yogurt plus maple syrup
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