Prepare the pears by peeling, halving, and coring them into uniform ¾-inch pieces. Place cut pears in lemon water to prevent browning.

Set up for steaming by adding water to the pot and bringing it to a gentle simmer. Arrange the pear halves in a steamer basket and cover the pot, steaming for 8-10 minutes.

While pears steam, combine honey, lemon juice, and ground cinnamon in a saucepan. Heat over low for 2-3 minutes, stirring until smooth.

Once pears are tender, transfer to serving plates and drizzle with honey-cinnamon syrup. Optionally top with chopped nuts and mint leaves before serving.