Honey-Spiced Pear Oatmeal with Pistachios Recipe
This Honey-Spiced Pear Oatmeal with Pistachios is a comforting and elegant breakfast dish that combines warm spices, tender baked pears glazed in a fragrant honey syrup, creamy cinnamon-spiced oatmeal, and crunchy pistachios. Enhanced with a splash of cream, it offers a delicious balance of sweetness and texture perfect for a cozy morning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Flavor Base
- ½ cup honey
- Juice and zest of 1 orange
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 2 whole star anise
- 8 whole cloves
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
Fresh Ingredients
- 4 firm, ripe pears, peeled, halved, and cored
- ½ cup shelled pistachios, roughly chopped
For the Oatmeal
- 4 cups milk
- 2 cups quick-cooking oats
- 5 tablespoons brown sugar (or adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
For Serving
- Heavy cream or half-and-half, for pouring
Instructions
- Prepare the Honey-Spice Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine honey, orange juice and zest, water, brown sugar, cinnamon sticks, star anise, cloves, salt, and butter. Heat over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally until the butter melts and the mixture begins to bubble. Once fragrant and fully blended, remove from the heat and set aside.
- Bake the Pears: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the halved pears in a baking dish, cut side up. Trim the bottoms slightly if needed so they sit flat. Pour the hot honey-spice syrup evenly over the pears. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for 25–30 minutes, until the pears are soft and the syrup has thickened into a glossy glaze. Discard the cinnamon sticks, star anise, and cloves. Set the pears aside to cool slightly.
- Cook the Oatmeal: In a medium saucepan, combine milk, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Add the oats and stir frequently for 5–7 minutes, until the oatmeal is thick and creamy. Remove from heat and let rest for a minute before serving.
- Assemble and Serve: Divide the oatmeal into four bowls. Top each serving with two pear halves and drizzle with the spiced honey syrup from the baking dish. Sprinkle with chopped pistachios and add a splash of cream or half-and-half. Serve warm and enjoy the perfect balance of sweetness, spice, and crunch.
Notes
- Adjust brown sugar in the oatmeal to suit your preferred sweetness level.
- Use firm, ripe pears to ensure they hold their shape during baking.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute milk and cream with almond or oat milk and coconut cream.
- Leftover pears and syrup can be refrigerated and enjoyed as a topping for yogurt or ice cream.
- Be careful not to overcook the pears to maintain a good texture and flavor balance.
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