Maple Roasted Pears With Whipped Ricotta
Elegant yet simple, these maple-roasted pears are caramelized to perfection and served over creamy whipped ricotta a cozy fall dessert or brunch treat with natural sweetness and warmth.
- Author: ssam
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Total Time: 35 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Roasted
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 3 ripe pears, halved and cored
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp melted butter
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp heavy cream or milk (optional, for texture)
- Chopped walnuts or pecans, for garnish
- Extra drizzle of maple syrup, for serving
- 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2. In a small bowl, mix melted butter, maple syrup, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- 3. Brush the mixture over pear halves and place them cut-side up on the baking sheet.
- 4. Roast for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and tender.
- 5. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, whisk ricotta with honey, vanilla, and cream until smooth and fluffy.
- 6. Spoon whipped ricotta onto serving plates and top with warm roasted pears.
- 7. Drizzle with extra maple syrup and garnish with nuts before serving.
Notes
- Bosc or Anjou pears work best for roasting.
- For a dairy-free version, use whipped coconut yogurt instead of ricotta.
- Add a sprinkle of sea salt for a sweet-salty flavor balance.
- Delicious served warm or chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear half with ricotta
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Maple Roasted Pears, Whipped Ricotta Dessert, fall fruit dessert, easy pear recipe