Name: Easy Baked Pears with Amaretti
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 4 ripe pears, halved and cored; 2 tablespoons honey; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 6 amaretti cookies, crushed; ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon; Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for serving

Easy Baked Pears with Amaretti

Easy Baked Pears with Amaretti are a quick and elegant dessert made with honey, cinnamon, and crisp amaretti cookies. Ready in 30 minutes.

There are some desserts that make you feel warm and comforted without needing hours in the kitchen, and these Easy Baked Pears with Amaretti are one of them. I made them for the first time on a cool autumn evening when I wanted something sweet but light. The smell of roasted pears and almonds filled the house and everyone came wandering in to see what was baking.

The combination of tender pears, sweet honey, and crushed amaretti cookies creates a dessert that feels elegant but takes only minutes to make. My wife loved how the pears softened perfectly and how the amaretti added a little crunch on top. It is one of those recipes that looks fancy but is simple enough for any night of the week.

What I like most is that this dessert works for any occasion. It is healthy, quick, and feels comforting without being heavy. When served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, it becomes the kind of dessert that makes everyone quiet for a moment before they ask for seconds.

Questions You May Have About This Recipe

Can I use canned pears instead of fresh?
Fresh pears are best since they keep their shape when baked, but canned pears can work if you drain them well and reduce the baking time.

What kind of pears work best?
Bosc or Anjou pears hold their texture when baked. Bartlett pears are sweeter but may soften more quickly.

Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes. You can bake the pears earlier in the day, then warm them in the oven for 10 minutes before serving.

What if I do not have amaretti cookies?
You can use shortbread or biscotti instead. Crushed graham crackers also make a nice topping.

Can I add other toppings?
A drizzle of caramel, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or a spoonful of whipped cream all go beautifully with this recipe.

What You Need to Make Easy Baked Pears with Amaretti

Ingredients

4 ripe pears, halved and cored

2 tablespoons honey

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

6 amaretti cookies, crushed

½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for serving

How to Make Easy Baked Pears with Amaretti

Preheat oven to 375°F.

Place pear halves cut side up in a baking dish.

Drizzle with honey and melted butter, then sprinkle with cinnamon.

Bake for 20 minutes until pears are tender and golden.

Remove from oven and top with crushed amaretti cookies.

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Tips

Use pears that are ripe but still firm for the best texture.

For extra flavor, add a splash of almond extract to the honey before drizzling.

Serve the pears with warm caramel sauce for a richer dessert.

Crush the amaretti just before serving so they stay crisp.

Leftovers taste great cold for breakfast with yogurt.

Reader Reviews

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “This was so easy and elegant. I made it after dinner for friends, and everyone wanted the recipe.” Carol P.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Light and flavorful. The amaretti gave a lovely crunch and the pears were perfectly soft.” Helen J.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Simple, quick, and delicious. I added a drizzle of caramel and it looked like a restaurant dessert.” Nancy R.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “I used graham crackers instead of amaretti and it still turned out wonderful. Great weeknight treat.” Diane F.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Beautiful and easy. Perfect balance of sweet and warm flavors. My husband loved it.” Patricia L.

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