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55 Pear Recipes to Make While The Sweet, Juicy Fruit Is in Season

When it comes to fall produce, apples and pumpkins may get all the love, but we think pears are totally underrated. They’re sweet, extremely juicy and versatile in both savory dishes (like a bacon, pear and raspberry grilled cheese sammie) and desserts (rosé poached pears, anyone?). For a true taste of the season, try one—or, you know, all—of these 55 pear recipes while the fruit is at its peak.

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1. Pear, Brie and Rosemary Flatbreads

We’re all about effortless recipes that look really impressive but are secretly so, so easy. This one works for entertaining or as a meal for two.

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2. Pear Salad with Gorgonzola and Candied Walnuts

Any variety of pears and greens would work well in this crisp bowl. Psst: If you’re not a gorgonzola fan, just substitute crumbled goat cheese or feta.

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3. Brown-Sugar Pear Puff Pastries

Pair them with coffee for breakfast or vanilla ice cream for dessert.

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4. Caramelized Pear Tartlets

With store-bought pie crust in your freezer, the dessert possibilities are practically endless.

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5. Apple-Cider Pear Spelt Cake

Spelt is a nutrient-packed type of ancient wheat, ideal for adding nutty flavor and giving you an excuse to eat another slice.

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6. Cinnamon Walnut Pear Crisp

Don’t bother with serving bowls; just set the skillet on the table with spoons and dig in.

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7. Winter Pear Salad

Bring on the hearty, feel-good ingredients. (Here, that’s kale, Brussels sprouts, pears, clementines and a honey Dijon dressing.)

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8. Greek Yogurt Pear Coffee Cake

Browning the butter is the trick to taking this cake from “yum” to “OMG, I need a second slice.”

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9. Upside-Down Pear Gingerbread Cake

We love upside-down cakes because they basically decorate themselves, but a dollop of whipped cream never hurt anything.

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10. Roasted Sweet Potato, Pear and Pomegranate Spinach Salad

Keep your strawberry spinach salad, because we’re officially all about sweet potatoes and pears instead.

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11. Pear Cranberry Crisp

As an added bonus, the oat and almond meal topping is totally gluten-free.

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12. Prosciutto, Pear and Arugula Rolls

We’ll never say no to a ten-minute appetizer that you can eat with your fingers.

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13. Party-Ready Chocolate Board

The sweetness of pears make them a natural, um, pair for all the chocolate on this dessert charcuterie board.

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14. Poached Pear Gingerbread Loaf Cake

The pears are poached in white wine before baking in the cake for a surprisingly elegant loaf.

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15. Honey Roasted Pear Sparkling Cocktails

A toast to sweater weather is in order, don’t you think?

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16. Vanilla-Pear Holiday Punch

Sugar, spice and everything nice. And tequila—that too.

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17. Hawaiian-Style Kalbi (Grilled Korean Beef Short Ribs)

Here, pears are a surprising but essential ingredient in the marinade. They add a touch of sweetness to offset all the savory flavors.

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18. Caramel Pear Pie

See ya next year, apple and cheddar.

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19. Slow Cooker Pear Sauce

Make a batch for topping everything from pancakes to pork tenderloin.

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20. Spiced Pear Oatmeal

It’s best enjoyed on the couch, with a steaming cup of coffee and your softest blanket.

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21. Roasted Root Vegetables and Pears with Maple Vanilla Butter

Maple vanilla butter is an unexpected addition to this side dish, but with the juicy, sweet pears, it works.

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22. Caramelized Winter Fruit Stuffed Brie with a Pinot-Poached Pear

Talk about impressive fall appetizers.

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23. Caramelized Pear and Hazelnut Crumble Tart

Would you believe this beauty requires just 20 minutes of prep time?

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24. Maple Bacon Brussels, Pear and Blue Cheese Salad

You had us at “maple bacon Brussels,” if we’re being completely honest.

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25. Maple Baked Pears

Permission to eat dessert for breakfast, granted.

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26. Rosé Poached Pears with Ginger and Vanilla

Aren’t they the prettiest?

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27. Gluten-Free Pear and Pistachio Cake

Almost too gorgeous to eat. (But pass us a slice, would you?)

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28. Sweet Crepes with Caramelized Pears

Filled with mascarpone cream and caramelized pears, this French breakfast (or dessert) is nothing short of divine.

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29. Crispy Prosciutto Baked Brie Bites with Honey Pears and Walnuts

Fruit and cheese is a natural pairing; so is bite-size food and our mouth.

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30. Savory Pear, Date and Burrata Flatbread with Crispy Sage

We’re suckers for unconventional pizza toppings. The creamy burrata balances out the sweetness of the dates and pears remarkably.

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31. Pear and Bubbles

It’s the festive fruit garnish that really sells this simple cocktail.

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32. Pear Salad with Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette

The tangy citrus dressing is the pièce de résistance.

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33. Slow-Cooker Pear and Sausage Stuffing

’Tis the season for stuffing and slow cookers, after all.

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34. Pomegranate Pear Salad with Creamy Pomegranate Dressing

For maximum fall flavor, don’t skimp on the feta, pistachios or pepitas.

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35. Roasted Pear and Cranberry Brussels Sprouts

Want to know the key to our heart? It’s crispy Brussels sprouts, caramelized pears and sweet-tart cranberries. What a trifecta.

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36. Kale and Asian Pear Salad

Crispy and crunchy in all the right ways.

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37. Pear and Pomegranate Tacos

These are made with chicken, but you could also swap in pork.

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38. Caramelized Pear Tart

Simple, stunning and a total crowd-pleaser (aka everything we want in a fall dessert).

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39. Bacon, Pear and Raspberry Grilled Cheese

In case you were wondering, this is how to get in the cozy mindset.

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40. Turkey Roast with Pear Chutney

Sweet and savory is never a bad idea. Go ahead and change up the Thanksgiving menu this year.

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41. Teriyaki Chicken Tacos with Grilled Pineapple Pear Salsa

Extra salsa is encouraged.

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42. Pear Ricotta Crostini with Honey and Thyme

We’ve never met a crostini or bruschetta we didn’t like.

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43. Pear and Sage Baked Oatmeal

Skip the instant oatmeal and elevate your morning routine. This is just as easy to make and way more delicious.

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44. Celery, Pear and Hazelnut Salad

Add this to your weeknight rotation—we know you’re sick of Caesar.

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45. Caramelized Pear Flatbread

Tonight’s pizza is brought to you by caramelized onions, juicy pears and tangy blue cheese. Your takeout spot is so jealous.

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46. Pear Walnut Blue Cheese Salad

The zesty lemon-Dijon dressing is super versatile—use the extras on roasted vegetables or chicken.

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47. Korean Beef Bulgogi

Pear in the marinade adds sweetness and tenderizes the meat.

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48. Slow Cooker Apple Pear Crisp

The crispy brown sugar topping is loaded with pecans and oats for extra texure—yum.

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49. Brown Butter Pear Spiced Pancakes

The toughest decision you’ll ever make: caramel sauce or maple syrup?

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50. Pear Hazelnut Bread with Orange Maple Glaze

Might we suggest washing a slice down with a homemade pumpkin spice latte?

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51. Toasted Brioche with Whipped Goat Cheese and Asian Pear Compote

Asian pears are more tart and floral than the sweet Boscs you’re likely used to. They’ll contrast nicely with all that creamy cheese.

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52. Roasted Kabocha Squash, Pear and Ginger Soup

Plate it with a swirl of cashew cream and a sprinkle of toasted pumpkin seeds.

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53. Farro Risotto with Pears and Speck

Red d'Anjou pears are juicy, sweet and slightly citrusy, just the match for buttery farro and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. (FYI, speck is a type of cured, lightly smoked ham. Swap in prosciutto if you can’t find it.)

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54. Herb-Orange Turkey Breast With Roasted Pear Gravy

Forget fussing around with a whole bird—this Thanksgiving main will only take you an hour and a half to make.

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55. Caramelized Pears and Mascarpone Donuts

Can we marry the spiced pear cream filling? Just kidding. (Or are we?)

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