Oats Free Honey-Roasted Pears
Roasted fruit is one of those simple pleasures that feels far more impressive than the effort involved, and these honey-glazed pears are a perfect example. The cut sides caramelize in the oven until deeply golden, while a quick glaze of honey, butter, and apple cider vinegar creates a sticky, tangy-sweet sauce that pools in the pan and gets spooned right back over the top. Fresh thyme adds an herby, aromatic note that keeps the whole thing from tipping into cloying territory. Naturally free from grains of any kind, this dessert is a genuinely elegant option when you need something that sidesteps the usual oat-based crumbles and granola toppings without any substitutions or workarounds. Every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to source, so there's no label-reading stress involved. Serve them warm as a dessert on their own, alongside a scoop of ice cream, or even as a stunning side to a savory roast. It's the kind of recipe that looks like you tried much harder than you did.
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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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