Roasted Pears Cinnamon Walnuts (Printable)

Tender roasted pears infused with cinnamon, topped with walnuts and creamy Greek yogurt for an elegant finish.

# What You'll 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

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking dish with parchment paper.
02 - Arrange pear halves cut side up in the baking dish.
03 - Drizzle pears with honey or maple syrup, sprinkle with cinnamon, and add vanilla extract over each half.
04 - Roast for 22 to 25 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
05 - Remove from oven and allow pears to cool slightly.
06 - Divide Greek yogurt evenly among four plates or bowls and place a roasted pear half on each.
07 - Sprinkle with chopped walnuts and drizzle additional honey or maple syrup if desired. Garnish with fresh mint leaves.
08 - Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Simple and easy to prepare
  • Healthy dessert with Mediterranean flair
02 -
  • Substitute walnuts for pecans or almonds as needed
  • For vegan diets, use coconut yogurt and maple syrup
03 -
  • Choose pears that are just ripe for best texture
  • Let pears cool slightly before serving for optimal flavor
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