Vegan Cinnamon Cardamom Baked Pears Recipe

Looking for a warm, comforting, and healthy dessert? These vegan cinnamon cardamom baked pears are the perfect treat! They are easy to make, packed with flavor, and naturally sweetened. This recipe is a delicious way to enjoy seasonal pears and impress your friends and family.

Why You'll Love This Recipe:

• Vegan and gluten-free
• Simple to make with minimal ingredients
• Naturally sweetened with maple syrup
• Warm and comforting flavors of cinnamon and cardamom
• Perfect for a cozy autumn or winter evening

Ingredients:

• 4 ripe pears (such as Bosc or Anjou), peeled, cored, and halved
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1 tablespoon vegan butter, melted (or coconut oil)
• Optional: chopped walnuts or pecans for topping

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, cinnamon, and cardamom.
3. Brush the cut sides of the pear halves with the melted vegan butter (or coconut oil).
4. Place the pear halves, cut-side up, in a baking dish.
5. Drizzle the cinnamon-cardamom mixture evenly over the pears.
6. If desired, sprinkle chopped nuts over the pears.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pears are tender and slightly caramelized.
8. Let the pears cool slightly before serving. Serve warm, optionally with a scoop of vegan ice cream or a dollop of coconut whipped cream.

Tips and Variations:

• For a richer flavor, add a splash of vanilla extract to the cinnamon-cardamom mixture.
• Experiment with other spices like ginger, nutmeg, or cloves.
• Use different types of pears for variety.
• If you don't have maple syrup, you can use agave nectar or coconut sugar.
• Topping with a sprinkle of rolled oats before baking adds a nice textural contrast.

Enjoy these delicious and healthy vegan cinnamon cardamom baked pears! This simple recipe is sure to become a new favorite.