Just like with Baked Apples, when pears are baked in the oven, become meltingly tender and it amplifies the natural sweetness and flavor of pears. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. We love cozy Fall Baking from warm Banana Bread to Apple Pie and we always look forward to homemade Baklava. If you are a fan of pears, this Baked Pears Recipe is a must-try!
Baked Pears Recipe
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Why You Will Love These Baked Pears
Easy peasy – It literally takes 7 ingredients and 10 minutes to put this recipe together and the oven does the rest.Texture and flavor – Pears that are baked in the oven become meltingly soft. It improves the texture of pears and brings out their natural sweetness. No processed sugars – this is one of the healthiest desserts you can make since there are only natural sugars in this recipe. Reheats well – you can store leftover baked pears in the refrigerator overnight and reheat them to serve with breakfast the next day.
The Best Pears for Cooking
You can use any variety of pears that you have on hand. These pears are great options because they hold up well with cooking and won’t brown as quickly when they are sliced.
D’Anjou pears ( red or green)Bosc BartletteAvoid comice pears which tend to fall apart with cooking
How to Prepare Baked Pears
Pro Tip: Cutting a slice from the back of the pear gives them a flat surface to sit on. This keeps the pears steady in the pan without rolling around or having the toppings spill out.
Common Questions:
To Serve
Dessert – place a pear half on a dessert plate and drizzle with maple syrup, or you can pair a baked pear with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream. Breakfast – add your favorite Greek yogurt to a bowl, drizzle with maple syrup then place a pear over the yogurt and drizzle with more maple syrup. You can also slice the warm pear before adding to yogurt.
This easy Baked Pear Recipe is a favorite fall dessert. The maple pecan cinnamon topping adds texture and warm Autumn flavors.
More Autumn Recipes to try
These recipes give us all of the cozy Autumn vibes, from hearty dinners like Chicken Pot Pie to sweet traditions like Cinnamon Rolls.
Creamy Tortellini SoupEasy Apple Cake Pumpkin Pie Beef StewBeet Arugula SaladPumpkin Pancakes
