Hearth Ginger Pear Dessert (Printable)

Tender pears baked with ginger, honey, and spices for a warm comforting dessert.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 4 ripe but firm pears, peeled, halved, and cored

→ Flavorings

02 - 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, finely grated
03 - 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
06 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Liquids

07 - 1/2 cup apple cider or pear juice

→ Topping

08 - 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
09 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, diced (or coconut oil for vegan option)

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
02 - Arrange pear halves cut side up in a baking dish.
03 - In a small bowl, mix grated ginger, honey, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
04 - Spoon the ginger mixture evenly over the pear halves, ensuring each piece is covered.
05 - Pour apple cider or pear juice into the baking dish around the pears.
06 - Sprinkle nuts over the pears and dot with diced butter.
07 - Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
08 - Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until pears are tender and the sauce is bubbling.
09 - Serve warm, spooning the ginger sauce over the pears.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The spicy kick of ginger cuts through the sweetness perfectly.
  • It feels fancy enough for guests but takes almost no effort.
02 -
  • Do not let the pears get too soft before baking or they will turn to mush.
  • Watch the foil closely when removing it to avoid a steam burn.
03 -
  • Peel the ginger with a spoon to save the flavorful flesh underneath the skin.
  • Let the dish rest for five minutes out of the oven to let the sauce thicken slightly.

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