Caffeine Free Honey-Roasted Pears
Roasted fruit is one of those quietly magical techniques that transforms something simple into something genuinely special. These pears get brushed with a warm glaze of honey, butter, and apple cider vinegar before hitting a hot oven, and the result is deeply caramelized edges, tender flesh, and a sticky, fragrant pan sauce you'll want to spoon over everything. Fresh thyme tucked alongside each half adds an herbal note that keeps the whole thing from feeling overly sweet. A pinch of sea salt at the end pulls it all together in the best way. Since every ingredient here is naturally free of stimulants, this is an effortless dessert or side dish you can enjoy any time of day without a second thought. It's elegant enough for a dinner party but simple enough for a quiet weeknight when you want something warm and a little indulgent.
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4 servings
- 2 firm-ripe bosc or anjou pears, halved lengthwise and cored
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Arrange the pear halves cut-side up in a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- 2
Combine the honey, butter, and apple cider vinegar in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring until the butter is melted and the mixture is smooth, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
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