Roasted Maple Kissed Pear (Printable)

Caramelized pear slices layered with creamy yogurt and crunchy granola for an elegant start or finish.

# List of ingredients:

→ Pears

01 - 2 large ripe but firm pears, peeled, cored, and sliced
02 - 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
03 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
04 - ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - Pinch of sea salt

→ Yogurt Layer

06 - 2 cups plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)
07 - 1 tablespoon honey (optional)

→ Granola

08 - 1 cup granola (store-bought or homemade)

→ Garnish

09 - 2 tablespoons chopped toasted pecans or walnuts (optional)
10 - Extra maple syrup for drizzling

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Combine pear slices with maple syrup, melted butter, ground cinnamon, and sea salt in a bowl; toss to coat evenly.
03 - Arrange pear slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 20–25 minutes, turning halfway through until golden and tender. Allow to cool slightly.
04 - In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt with honey if using to add sweetness.
05 - In four serving glasses or jars, layer roasted pears, yogurt, and granola. Repeat layers as preferred, finishing with yogurt and a few roasted pear slices on top.
06 - Sprinkle chopped toasted nuts and drizzle with additional maple syrup over each parfait.
07 - Serve immediately to maintain granola crunch, or chill for 30 minutes for a softer texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It turns plain yogurt into something that feels indulgent without any guilt.
  • The roasted pears taste like dessert but take less effort than toast.
  • You can make it ahead and still impress anyone who opens your fridge.
02 -
  • Do not skip flipping the pears halfway, the bottom side gets all the caramelization and you want both sides golden.
  • Let the roasted pears cool a bit before layering or they will warm the yogurt and make everything soupy.
03 -
  • Roast extra pears and keep them in the fridge, they are magic on oatmeal, pancakes, or eaten cold with a spoon.
  • If your pears are really ripe, cut the roasting time by five minutes or they will turn to jam.

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