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Spiced Baked Apples and Pears with Pomegranate and Pecans Recipe

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A warm and comforting Spiced Baked Fruit recipe featuring apples and pears infused with cinnamon, ginger, and lemon, topped with fresh pomegranate seeds and toasted pecans. Perfect as a healthy dessert or a cozy snack.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Fruit

  • 2 medium apples (Honeycrisp recommended)
  • 2 Bosc pears (ripe but firm)
  • 1/2 a pomegranate (seeds only)
  • 1/2 cup pecans (optional; raw and unsalted)

Spices & Flavorings

  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 a lemon (juice only)

Other Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp coconut oil (melted)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect baking temperature for the fruit mixture.
  2. Prepare the fruit: Core and slice the apples and pears into roughly 1/2-inch thick lengthwise pieces. Place these slices into a large mixing bowl or directly into a large baking or casserole dish.
  3. Add spices and lemon juice: Sprinkle ground cinnamon and ground ginger over the fruit. Squeeze the juice from half a lemon onto the mixture to add brightness and balance.
  4. Add melted coconut oil and combine: Melt the coconut oil in the microwave for about 30 seconds until liquid. Pour it over the fruit and toss everything together until the fruit slices are evenly coated with the spices, lemon juice, and coconut oil.
  5. Transfer and bake fruit: If the fruit is in a mixing bowl, transfer it to a baking dish. Bake the fruit in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes until they become tender and lightly browned.
  6. Prepare pomegranate seeds: While the fruit bakes, remove the pomegranate seeds (arils) using a colander submerged in water to minimize mess and speed up the process.
  7. Add toppings and toast pecans: After the initial baking, remove the fruit from the oven and sprinkle the pomegranate seeds and pecans evenly over the top. Return the dish to the oven for an additional 7 to 8 minutes to toast the pecans slightly.
  8. Serve: Remove the dish from the oven and serve immediately while the baked fruit is still warm, enjoying the sweet, spiced flavors enhanced by the crunchy pecans and juicy pomegranate.

Notes

  • Use ripe but firm Bosc pears to retain shape during baking.
  • If you prefer, substitute coconut oil with unsalted butter or another neutral oil.
  • To remove pomegranate seeds quickly, submerge the fruit in water and separate seeds from the membrane to reduce mess.
  • For a nuttier flavor, toast pecans separately before adding to the fruit.
  • This dish can be served as a dessert, warm breakfast topping, or a healthy snack.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/spiced-baked-apples-and-pears-with-pomegranate-and-pecans-recipe/