Roasted Pears with Balsamic and Honey

Roasted Pears with Balsamic and Honey at The Little Shop of Olive Oils

There’s something about roasted pears that feels effortless and beautiful.

They don’t need much. Just a little warmth. A little sweetness. And something to bring it all together.

In this recipe, slightly underripe pears are sautéed gently in butter, then roasted until tender. When they’re flipped and drizzled with our Cinnamon Pear Aged Dark Balsamic, the magic really begins.

The balsamic deepens the natural pear flavor and adds that warm cinnamon note that makes the whole kitchen smell incredible. A final drizzle of runny honey softens everything and creates a glossy finish that feels just a little indulgent.

Serve them warm with a spoonful of the pan juices. Add vanilla ice cream if you like — it melts into the balsamic and honey in the most wonderful way.

Simple ingredients. Gentle sweetness.
The kind of dessert that feels thoughtful without being complicated.

Roasted Pears with Balsamic and Honey

Tender roasted pears sautéed in butter, finished with Cinnamon Pear Aged Dark Balsamic and a drizzle of honey for a warm, simple, and elegant dessert.

Author
The Little Shop of Olive Oils
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
25 minutes
Servings
Serves 4
Category

Desserts

Ingredients

  • 2 large, slightly underripe pears
  • 2½ teaspoons unsalted butter
  • 3 Tablespoons Cinnamon Pear Aged Dark Balsamic
  • 4 teaspoons Franklin Raw Honey (or more to taste)

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Halve and core the pears, leaving the skin on.
  3. Melt butter in a cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed, ovenproof pan over medium heat.
  4. Add the pear halves, cut side down, and sauté for 2 minutes.
  5. Transfer the pan to the oven and roast for 20 minutes.
  6. Remove the pan briefly, flip the pears cut side up, and drizzle with Cinnamon Pear Aged Dark Balsamic.
  7. Return to the oven and roast for an additional 5 minutes.
  8. Remove from oven, drizzle each pear with honey, and allow to rest for a few minutes.
  9. Serve warm with pan juices spooned over the top. Add vanilla ice cream if desired.

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