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Roasted Maple Pears

Heavenly Roasted Maple Pears for a Cozy Fall Dessert

Indulge in Roasted Maple Pears, a delightful gluten-free dessert that embodies fall's warmth and flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pears
  • 4 Bosc pears Anjou pears can be used if needed.
  • 1 cup apple cider Fresh-pressed apple juice is a fine substitute.
For the Roasting Mixture
  • 4 tablespoons butter Replace with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup Always opt for real Grade A maple syrup.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Adjust according to your taste.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking dish
  • Microwave-Safe Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Roasted Maple Pears
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the apple cider for about 1 minute until warm. Add sliced butter and stir until melted.
  3. Cut the Bosc pears in half lengthwise, remove the seeds and core, and arrange in a small baking dish, cut-side up.
  4. Pour the cider and butter mixture over the pears. Sprinkle with cinnamon and drizzle maple syrup on top.
  5. Bake for about 30 minutes, basting every 10 minutes with juices.
  6. Remove from oven and serve warm, optionally with ice cream or cottage cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 1gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

Baste pears every 10 minutes for best results and ensure they are tender by testing with a fork.

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