Nitrate & Nitrite Free Dark Chocolate Roasted Pears with Almonds
Caramelized at the edges, tender all the way through, and finished with a glossy drizzle of melted dark chocolate — this is the kind of dessert that looks far more impressive than the effort it takes. The pears roast in a simple glaze of honey, coconut oil, warm cinnamon, and ginger until they're golden and fragrant, while raw almonds toast right alongside them for a satisfying crunch. The chocolate sauce comes together in just a few minutes on the stovetop, and with 70% cacao or higher, it brings a deep, slightly bitter richness that balances the natural sweetness of the fruit beautifully. Every single ingredient here is whole and unprocessed, which means you're not navigating any of the hidden preservatives or cured-meat-style additives that can sneak into packaged sweets and store-bought dessert sauces. It's naturally free of anything artificial without requiring any specialty substitutions — just real food doing what real food does best. Serve these warm straight from the oven and they'll disappear fast, but they're also surprisingly elegant for a dinner party finish.
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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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