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Baked Pears with Honey & Walnuts

Baked Pears with Honey & Walnuts
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Baked Pears with Honey & Walnuts is a simple and elegant dessert featuring juicy pears softened and caramelized in the oven, filled with a luscious mixture of honey and toasted walnuts. This wholesome treat balances natural sweetness with a satisfying crunch, making it perfect for cozy nights, entertaining guests, or a healthy indulgence throughout the year.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4 ripe pears (Bartlett or Bosc), halved and cored
  • 1/3 cup toasted walnuts
  • 3 tablespoons natural raw honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons butter or coconut oil, melted
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pears: Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). Meanwhile, wash the pears and cut them in half. Carefully scoop out the core to create a small cavity perfect for holding the walnut and honey filling.
  2. Mix the Filling: In a small bowl, combine the toasted walnuts with honey and a pinch of cinnamon if using. This mixture will melt into the pears as they bake, creating a luscious topping.
  3. Assemble the Pears: Place the pear halves flesh side up in a baking dish. Lightly brush them with melted butter or coconut oil and a few drops of lemon juice. Spoon the walnut and honey mixture into the core cavities of each pear half.
  4. Bake to Perfection: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for about 20 to 25 minutes, or until the pears are tender and golden and the honey has bubbled around the nuts.
  5. Final Touches: When done, let the pears cool for a few minutes. Optionally, drizzle a little extra honey on top or sprinkle with additional toasted walnuts for extra crunch before serving.

Notes

  • Choose firm pears like Bartlett or Bosc to ensure they hold their shape during baking.
  • Check pears around 20 minutes to avoid overbaking and losing texture.
  • Lightly toast walnuts beforehand to enhance flavor and crunch.
  • Lemon juice helps to keep pears fresh-looking and adds brightness.
  • Use high-quality raw honey for natural sweetness and best caramelization results.

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Keywords: baked pears, honey, walnuts, healthy dessert, gluten free, easy dessert, fall dessert

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