Description
Baked Pears with Berries, Honey, Walnuts and Blue Cheese is a delightful dessert that combines sweet and savory flavors in an elegant presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe pears (Bosc or Bartlett), halved and cored
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 2 tbsp honey
- ½ cup fresh mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, or cranberries)
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts (lightly toasted)
- ¼ cup crumbled blue cheese or gorgonzola
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- Fresh thyme leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). Preparing the oven in advance ensures that your pears bake evenly and reach a lovely golden-brown hue.
- Prepare the Pears: Halve the pears lengthwise and use a spoon to scoop out the cores carefully. For stability during baking, trim the bottoms slightly so they sit flat on your baking dish.
- Butter the Pears: Brush the cut side of each pear half with the melted butter. This adds flavor and helps the pears caramelize beautifully in the oven.
- Fill the Pears: Next, fill the hollowed-out cavities of the pears with a colorful mix of fresh berries, chopped walnuts, and crumbled blue cheese.
- Drizzle and Sprinkle: Finish the preparation by drizzling honey over the filled pears and sprinkling them with cinnamon.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake the pears in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes. Keep an eye on them as they begin to soften and turn golden.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and garnish with fresh thyme leaves for an added touch of elegance.
Notes
Make sure your pears are ripe for the best flavor and texture; slightly soft to the touch is ideal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Calories: 240 kcal
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Protein: 5 g