For a healthier sweet treat, try these baked pears stuffed with a simple oat streusel.
Living a healthy lifestyle doesn’t mean you have to give up dessert. At least…not for me. Instead, we just need to find healthier options that still feel like a sweet indulgence. So- fruit is always a great choice.
Pears are one of my favorite fruits, but most people think pear season ends in the fall. I like to extend the season for as long as I can find them. Plus, don’t people receive those crates or boxes of pears for Christmas?? Well, here’s a nutritious dessert that’s even better than an apple!
40 minutes
Baked Stuffed Pears
For a healthier sweet treat, try these baked pears stuffed with a simple oat streusel.
Ingredients
- 2 medium pears, cut in half
- 1 Tbsp. maple syrup
- 1 Tbsp. orange juice
- 1/4 c. brown sugar
- 1/4 c. oats
- 1/4 tsp. cinnamon
- 2 Tbsp. cold butter, cubed
- 2-3 Tbsp. orange juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Cut the pears in half, on either side of the stem. Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds and part of the inside. In a small bowl, whisk the maple syrup and orange juice. Then, brush over the pears.
- In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, oats, and cinnamon. Next, use clean hands or a fork to cut in the butter. Spoon mixture into the center of each pear. Place pears in a baking dish. Then, spoon the orange juice on the bottom of the baking dish. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until fork tender. Spoon orange juice mixture over each pear before serving.