Description
Tender baked pears glazed with pure maple syrup and vanilla, gently caramelized in the oven for a warm, naturally sweet dessert that feels cozy and elegant.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium ripe pears, halved and cored
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 F (190 C).
- In a small bowl, stir together the maple syrup, melted butter, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
- Lightly grease a medium baking dish and arrange the pear halves cut side up in a single layer.
- Spoon the maple mixture evenly over each pear half, allowing it to pool in the centers.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, basting once halfway through, until the pears are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes so the juices thicken slightly.
- Serve warm, spooning extra glaze from the dish over the top.
Notes
- Choose pears that are ripe but still slightly firm for the best texture.
- For a dairy free option, substitute coconut oil for butter.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently at 300 F until warmed through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear half (2 halves per serving)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: maple baked pears, vanilla pears, gluten free dessert, easy pear dessert, baked fruit recipe