If you're looking for a light, unique dessert or a healthy breakfast, these baked pears are the perfect choice. Filled with oats, walnuts, and a hint of cinnamon, they become irresistibly soft and sweet after baking. Best of all, they're ready in just 10 minutes, and the oven does the rest.
Why prepare these baked pears?
Easy preparation – Only 7 ingredients and minimal effort are required.
Perfect texture and taste – Pears become warm and soft and naturally sweeter.
No processed sugar – A naturally healthy option for dessert or breakfast.
Great for reheating – You can store leftovers in the refrigerator and heat them up the next morning.
Ingredients needed (for 8 halves of baked pears):
- 4 medium pears
- 1/4 cup of oatmeal
- 1/4 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries, coarsely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, + extra for sprinkling
- 2 tablespoons real maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted + a little for greasing the pan
How to prepare them?
Prepare the filling. – Mix oats, nuts, butter and cinnamon in a bowl.
Prepare the pears – Cut them in half, remove the middle, and score a little on the back so they stand flat.
Fill and bake – Arrange them in a baking dish, fill them with the mixture and bake at 190°C for about 25-30 minutes, until soft.
Serve. – For the perfect breakfast, add them to Greek yogurt and drizzle with maple syrup.
These baked pears are the perfect combination of simplicity, flavor, and health. Whether you serve them as a dessert or as a breakfast with yogurt, you'll enjoy every bite.