Roasted Pears Cinnamon Walnuts (Printable View)

Tender roasted pears with warming cinnamon, crunchy walnuts, and creamy Greek yogurt topping.

# What You 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. Line a baking dish with parchment paper.
02 - Place pear halves cut side up in the prepared dish.
03 - Drizzle pears with honey or maple syrup, sprinkle with cinnamon, then add vanilla extract evenly over each half.
04 - Bake for 22 to 25 minutes until pears are tender and display slight caramelization.
05 - Remove from oven and allow pears to cool slightly.
06 - Divide Greek yogurt among four serving plates or bowls.
07 - Place one roasted pear half on each serving, sprinkle with chopped walnuts, drizzle extra honey or maple syrup if desired, and garnish with fresh mint leaves.
08 - Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Healthy and satisfying dessert
  • Simple to prepare with minimal ingredients
02 -
  • You can substitute walnuts with pecans or almonds as desired
  • For vegan diets, use coconut yogurt and maple syrup
03 -
  • Use ripe but firm pears for best texture after roasting
  • Serve with a light dessert wine or herbal tea for a special occasion
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