Artificial Flavors Free Dark Chocolate Roasted Pears with Almonds
Roasted pears are one of those desserts that feel far more indulgent than the effort involved, and this version delivers serious wow factor with nothing but clean, real ingredients. The pears caramelize in the oven with a brush of honey, coconut oil, warm cinnamon, and ginger until their edges turn golden and their flesh goes silky-soft. Chopped raw almonds join the party partway through roasting, picking up a toasty crunch that plays beautifully against the tender fruit. The finishing touch is a simple drizzle of melted dark chocolate — made right on the stovetop with high-cacao chocolate and a touch of coconut oil — so you know exactly what's going into every bite. No extracts, no artificial flavoring agents, no mystery additives hiding in a store-bought sauce or coating. Vanilla powder, if you choose to use it, brings a subtle floral warmth that keeps everything tasting natural and grounded. It's the kind of elegant, fuss-free dessert you'll want to make on repeat all fall and winter long.
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4 servings
- 4 firm-ripe pears (such as bosc or anjou), halved and cored
- 1 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 2 tbsp honey
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- 1 pinch fine sea salt
- ⅓ cup raw almonds, roughly chopped
- 2 oz dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher), finely chopped
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- ¼ tsp vanilla powder (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a small bowl, stir together the melted coconut oil, honey, cinnamon, ginger, and salt. Place the pear halves cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet and brush the cut surfaces generously with the honey mixture.
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