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Cinnamon Maple Baked Pears served on a plate with a drizzle of syrup

Cinnamon Maple Baked Pears

A simple and elegant dessert featuring caramelized pears drizzled with a maple-cinnamon glaze, perfect for brunch or as a light dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Key Ingredients
  • 4 pieces ripe pears (Bosc, Bartlett, or Anjou) Choose pears that give slightly to gentle pressure but aren’t mushy.
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup Use grade A for a lighter flavor or grade B for more intensity.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Prevents browning and brightens flavor.
  • to taste units Chopped nuts for garnish Optional — walnuts, pecans, or hazelnuts.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly oil the baking dish or spray with nonstick spray.
  2. Halve the pears lengthwise and scoop out the cores and seeds with a melon baller or small spoon. Leave the skin on.
  3. In a shallow baking dish, whisk the maple syrup, ground cinnamon, and lemon juice until combined and slightly frothy.
  4. Arrange the pear halves cut-side up in the dish. Drizzle the maple-cinnamon mixture over each half so some glaze collects in the dish.
Cooking
  1. Bake for 25–30 minutes, depending on ripeness, until the pears are fork-tender and the tops look glossy. Rotate the dish halfway through if your oven heats unevenly.
  2. Remove the dish from the oven and let the pears rest for 3–5 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped nuts if using, then serve warm.

Notes

Store baked pears in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days. You can freeze baked pears for up to 2 months. Warm them gently when reheating.