Maple Baked Pears Citrus Spice (Printable Version)
Pears baked with maple syrup, citrus, and warming spices make a simple, elegant dessert for all occasions.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fruit
01 - 4 ripe but firm pears (such as Bosc or Anjou), halved and cored
02 - Zest of 1 orange
→ Sweetener & Liquids
03 - 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
04 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
05 - 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
→ Spices
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
→ Garnish (optional)
09 - 1/4 cup chopped toasted pecans or walnuts
10 - Greek yogurt, crème fraîche, or vanilla ice cream for serving
# How To Make:
01 - Set oven to 375°F (190°C) ensuring it reaches temperature prior to baking.
02 - Arrange pear halves cut side up in a baking dish just large enough for all halves in a single layer.
03 - Combine maple syrup, melted butter, orange juice, orange zest, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger in a small mixing bowl. Whisk until fully integrated.
04 - Evenly spoon or brush the maple mixture over the pears, ensuring surface coverage.
05 - Bake 25–30 minutes, basting occasionally with pan juices until pears are tender and lightly golden.
06 - Serve pears warm or at room temperature, garnished with toasted nuts and a dollop of yogurt or ice cream if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Easy to make with everyday ingredients
- Naturally gluten free and vegetarian friendly
- The perfect make-ahead dessert for gatherings
- Light but satisfying with minimal added sugar
02 -
- Rich in fiber and vitamin C
- Suitable for gluten free and vegetarian diets
- Leftovers are delicious cold or rewarmed for breakfast
03 -
- Choose pears that are just firm to the touch to prevent them from collapsing in the oven.
- Always taste your maple syrup before using as flavor can vary by brand. For perfectly toasted nuts place in a dry pan over medium heat stirring often for just a few minutes until fragrant and crisp