Griddled Cinnamon Pears

Around the Campfire

Griddled cinnamon pears are a warm camp dessert that feels simple and a little elegant. They work after dinner or as a sweet topping for pancakes, French toast, or oatmeal.

Why This Recipe Works

Pears soften quickly on low heat, while butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon create a light glaze. Keeping the heat gentle prevents the sugar from burning.

Quick Facts

• Serves: 4
• Heat zone: Low to medium-low
• Best for: Quick desserts, cool evenings, sweet breakfast toppings
• Teaches: Gentle fruit cooking

Shopping List

• Pears
• Butter
• Brown sugar
• Cinnamon

Home Prep

Pack brown sugar and cinnamon together. Keep pears protected from bruising.

Cooler Packing

Pears usually do not need cooler space unless sliced. Keep butter cold.

Equipment

• Blackstone griddle
• Spatula
• Spoon

Heat Zones

Use low to medium-low heat so the natural sugars caramelize without scorching.

Ingredients

• 4 ripe but firm pears, cored and sliced into thick wedges
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

1. Preheat the griddle on low to medium-low.
2. Slice pears into thick wedges.
3. Add 2 tablespoons butter to the griddle and let it melt.
4. Place pear wedges on the griddle. Warm pears gently in butter, turning occasionally, about 5–7 minutes until starting to soften.
5. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons brown sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon evenly over the pears near the end of cooking.
6. Turn pears lightly to coat until glossy and caramelized, about 2–3 minutes.
7. Serve warm.

Doneness

Pears should be warm and lightly softened, not collapsed.

Common Mistakes

• Cooking too hot.
• Slicing pears too thin.
• Adding sugar before the pears warm.

Serving Suggestions

Serve over pancakes, French toast, oatmeal, yogurt, or pound cake.

Variations

• Add maple syrup.
• Add granola.
• Use apples instead of pears.

Dietary Adaptations

• Gluten-free: As written.
• Dairy-free: Use plant-based butter or oil.
• Vegan: Use plant-based butter.

Scaling

Cook in batches and top each serving separately.

Weather Notes

This cooks quickly, even on windy nights.

Leftovers

Use leftovers on breakfast pancakes, oatmeal, or yogurt.

Kid Helper Tasks

Kids can sprinkle cinnamon sugar after cooking.

Dragonfly Tip

Pears are delicate. Keep the slices thick and the heat low.

Dragonfly Challenge

Try one serving with pears and one with apples. Pick the better camp fruit dessert.