Delightful Roasted Maple Pears: A Healthy Autumn Treat

Roasted Maple Pears combine caramelized sweetness of Bosc pears with warm cinnamon and maple syrup, creating a healthy and simple gluten-free dessert.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 180

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pears

3 pieces Bosc pears or Anjou pears as a substitute
0.25 cup apple cider or fresh-pressed apple juice as substitute

For the Glaze

2 tablespoons butter or coconut oil/vegan butter for dairy-free
0.25 cup grade A maple syrup or honey/agave syrup as alternative
1 teaspoon cinnamon consider adding vanilla extract or nutmeg for extra flavor

Equipment

Oven
baking dish
Microwave-safe bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a microwave-safe bowl, heat ¼ cup of apple cider for 1 minute. Stir in 2 tablespoons of butter until melted.
Halve 2-3 Bosc pears, removing the seeds, and place cut-side-up in a baking dish.
Pour the warm cider-butter mixture over the pears, sprinkle cinnamon, and drizzle ¼ cup of maple syrup.
Roast the pears in the oven for 30 minutes, basting every 10 minutes with pan juices.
Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or Greek yogurt.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 1gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For the best texture, reheat leftovers gently in the microwave or oven. Basting adds extra moisture and flavor.

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