Roasted Pears with Walnuts (Print Version)

Tender roasted pears with warm cinnamon, crunchy walnuts, and smooth Greek yogurt make a satisfying, elegant dish.

# Components:

→ 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

# Directions:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Healthy and naturally gluten-free
  • Simple to prepare but looks impressive
02 -
  • You can substitute walnuts with pecans or almonds for a different flavor.
  • For a vegan option, swap Greek yogurt for coconut yogurt and use maple syrup.
03 -
  • Choose pears that are just ripe but still firm for best texture.
  • Let the pears cool for 5 minutes before serving, so the yogurt does not melt instantly.
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