Sesame Free Dark Chocolate Roasted Pears with Almonds
Warm, caramelized pears draped in glossy dark chocolate and crowned with toasted almonds — this dessert looks like it came from a fancy restaurant but comes together with a handful of pantry staples. The pears roast in a honey, cinnamon, and ginger glaze until their edges turn golden and their flesh goes buttery-soft, filling your kitchen with an aroma that's genuinely hard to resist. A quick stovetop chocolate drizzle made with just dark chocolate and coconut oil ties everything together in the most indulgent way. For anyone navigating sesame allergies or sensitivities, this recipe is a breath of fresh air — every single ingredient is straightforward, with no tahini, sesame oil, or hidden seed-based additions to worry about. The almonds get scattered on during the final stretch of roasting so they pick up just enough color and crunch without going bitter. It's the kind of elegant, fuss-free dessert that works equally well for a weeknight treat or a dinner party finale, and it comes together without any special equipment beyond a baking sheet and a small saucepan.
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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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