Roasted Pears Cinnamon Walnuts (Printer-friendly)

Tender roasted pears infused with cinnamon, topped with crunchy walnuts and creamy yogurt.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 2 large ripe pears, 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 honey or maple syrup over the pears, then sprinkle with cinnamon and add vanilla extract to each half.
04 - Roast pears in the oven for 22 to 25 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
05 - Remove from the oven and allow the pears to cool slightly.
06 - Divide Greek yogurt among four plates or bowls, place a roasted pear half on each serving, then sprinkle with chopped walnuts. Drizzle additional honey or maple syrup and garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Healthy and satisfying dessert
  • Quick to prepare and impressive to serve
02 -
  • This recipe contains tree nuts (walnuts) and dairy (Greek yogurt)
  • For nut or dairy allergies, use appropriate substitutes and always check product labels
03 -
  • Swap walnuts with pecans or almonds if you prefer
  • For a vegan dessert use coconut yogurt and maple syrup
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