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Buttery Roasted Pears

Buttery Roasted Pears: A Sweet Treat for Any Occasion

Buttery Roasted Pears deliver a rich caramelized flavor, perfect as a dessert or breakfast topping.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pears
  • 4 medium Pears Firm, slightly underripe pears work best for roasting.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Essential for enriching the pears.
For the Glaze
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adds warmth and sweetness.
  • 4 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar Use high-quality balsamic for best results.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Drizzled on top for sweetness.

Equipment

  • ovenproof skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Buttery Roasted Pears
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Carefully halve the pears and remove the cores, keeping the skin on.
  3. Melt unsalted butter in your ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Place the pear halves cut-side down in the skillet and sauté for about 2 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Transfer the skillet to the oven and let the pears bake for around 20 minutes until tender.
  5. Flip the pear halves over, drizzle balsamic vinegar over each one, and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Drizzle honey over each pear half and let them rest in the skillet for a few minutes.
  7. Transfer to a serving plate, pouring any remaining pan juices over the pears.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 1gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 4gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Choose firm, slightly underripe pears for the best texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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