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Baked Vanilla Pears Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible aroma of these Baked Vanilla Pears! A simple yet elegant dessert (or delightful side dish!), perfect for ending a meal on a sweet note. The warm, spiced pears bake to tender perfection, creating a culinary experience that's both comforting and sophisticated. Prepare this recipe while enjoying your main course – the heavenly scent alone will tantalize your tastebuds!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 158.6 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 3.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Vanilla Pears

  • 4 ripe but firm pears
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup raisins
  • 1 tablespoon amaretto, optional
  • vanilla powder, for dusting
  • 1 scoop vanilla ice cream, optional

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How to Make Baked Vanilla Pears

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. Peel, core, and halve 4 ripe but firm pears.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/4 cup raisins, and 1 tablespoon amaretto (optional).
  4. Arrange pear halves, rounded side down, in a baking dish with 2-inch sides.
  5. Pour the vanilla-raisin-amaretto mixture evenly over the pears.
  6. Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil.
  7. Bake for 30 minutes.
  8. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until pears are tender and slightly caramelized.
  9. Serve warm, sprinkled with a dusting of vanilla powder or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

108g

Fat

0g

Carbs

13g

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