A soft, elegant Jillian‑style winter dessert: baked pears filled with a maple‑vanilla walnut crumble. Simple, warm, and perfect for snowy nights or holiday gatherings.
Servings: 2 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Pears
- 2 ripe pears
- Pinch of cinnamon
Walnut Crumble
- 2 tbsp rolled oats
- 1 tbsp chopped walnuts
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- ½ tsp vanilla
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Set to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare pears: Slice in half and scoop out the center to create a cavity. Sprinkle lightly with cinnamon.
- Make crumble: Mix oats, walnuts, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt.
- Fill pears: Spoon crumble mixture into each pear half.
- Bake: Place pears in a small baking dish with ¼ cup water at the bottom. Bake 25 minutes, until soft and fragrant.
- Serve warm for a cozy winter dessert.
Storage
Keeps 2 days refrigerated. Reheat at 300°F (150°C) for 10 minutes.
Substitutions
- Walnuts → Pecans or almonds
- Maple syrup → Honey
- Oats → Granola
- Vanilla → Almond extract
Beauty Benefits
- Pears hydrate and brighten skin.
- Walnuts deliver omega‑3s for glow and firmness.
- Oats calm inflammation and support the barrier.
- Maple syrup provides minerals for balanced skin.
- Vanilla soothes and softens.
