Roasted Pears with Brown Sugar and Vanilla Ice Cream

Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with these Roasted Pears with Brown Sugar and Vanilla Ice Cream—a heavenly combination of tender, caramelized pears and creamy ice cream. This elegant yet easy-to-make recipe features ripe Bartlett or Bosc pears roasted to perfection with a buttery brown sugar glaze infused with cinnamon, vanilla, and a hint of lemon juice for brightness. Topped with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream, the warm pears create a delightful contrast with the cool, creamy dessert, while optional garnishes like honey drizzle and chopped nuts add texture and flavor. With just 10 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of roasting, this simple yet sophisticated treat is perfect for dinner parties or cozy evenings at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces ripe pears (Bartlett or Bosc preferred)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoons lemon juice
• 4 scoops vanilla ice cream
• 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (optional, such as walnuts or pecans)
• 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for drizzling)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Wash and halve the pears lengthwise. Use a spoon or melon baller to remove the core and seeds. Optionally, slice a small portion off the rounded side of each pear half so that they lay flat in the baking dish.

Step 3

Place the pear halves cut-side up in a baking dish large enough to hold them snugly.

Step 4

In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter in the microwave for about 20-30 seconds. Stir in the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until well combined.

Step 5

Spoon the butter-sugar mixture evenly over the pear halves, ensuring it coats the tops and pools slightly in the hollowed-out centers.

Step 6

Roast the pears in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, basting once or twice with the caramelized juices from the bottom of the dish. The pears should be tender and slightly golden when done.

Step 7

Remove the pears from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes.

Step 8

Place each pear half on a serving plate and add a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top or on the side.

Step 9

Optionally, sprinkle with chopped nuts and drizzle with honey for extra texture and flavor.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your decadent roasted pears with brown sugar and vanilla ice cream!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1084.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1423.8

Total Fat 59.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 176.2mg	0%
Sodium 218.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 221.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.7g	0%
Total Sugars 166.5g
Protein 13.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 431.7mg	0%
Iron 2.0mg	0%
Potassium 1467.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.3%

Protein: 3.6%

Carbs: 60.0%