Spiced Baked Pears
As we approach the end of summer and transition into fall, pears are a delicious treat with healthy benefits: they calm the heart, soothe the nervous system and support the digestive system.
Enjoy these spiced baked pears for dessert and for breakfast. Vegetarian (with vegan options), gluten-free, nut-free, and dairy-free.
Description
Pears balance vata and pitta doshas.
Ingredients
- 2 medium organic pears (or 6 small pears)
- 1 tablespoon real lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon Ayurvedic sweet spice blend*
- pinch mineral salt
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon ghee (or coconut oil)
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- plain or vanilla vegan yogurt
- granola
- 1/2 tsp ginger powder
- 1 Tbsp cinnamon powder
- 1 Tbsp cardamom powder
- 1 tsp nutmeg (freshly grated)
- 1/4 tsp sea salt or mineral salt
Toppings (optional)
Ayurvedic sweet spice blend*
Instructions
- 1 Preheat oven to 375 F. Line a baking pan with parchment paper; use a pan with just enough room for the pears.
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Cut the pears in half and core out the seeds. Arrange them cut side up in the pan.- 3
Brush with the lemon juice. Pour the maple syrup evenly over the pears, sprinkle with the spice blend, and drizzle the ghee and vanilla over the pear halves. Then flip the pears cut side down for baking.- 4
Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes, until soft. Firm pears may need longer.- 5
Flip the pears over, spoon the caramelized maple-vanilla-ghee sauce over them, and bake an additional 5 minutes uncovered until the edges are lightly browned.- 6
Serve warm, topped with granola and coconut yogurt if desired.Note- *Sweet spice blend: mix the ingredients together. Add to oatmeal, yogurt, fruit or any dish you want to add a little sweetness to.
- For extra maple caramel to drizzle over the pears, see the Vegan Maple Caramel Sauce recipe card.
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