Description
Baked Pears with Berries, Honey, Walnuts & Blue Cheese is a delightful dessert that masterfully combines sweet and tangy flavors. This easy-to-prepare dish features tender, caramelized pears topped with a medley of juicy berries, crunchy walnuts, and creamy blue cheese. Ideal for both dinner parties and cozy nights in, this elegant treat will impress your guests without requiring extensive culinary skills. The warm pears paired with fresh ingredients create a unique flavor experience that’s not only visually appealing but also nutritious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe pears, halved and cored
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- ½ cup mixed fresh berries (blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries)
- ½ cup walnuts, roughly chopped
- ¼ cup crumbled blue cheese
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Fresh thyme sprigs (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the halved pears cut-side up on the baking sheet and brush with melted butter.
- Bake the pears for 15-20 minutes until tender but still holding their shape.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle mixed berries over the warm pears. Add crumbled blue cheese on top.
- Top each pear with chopped walnuts and drizzle honey over them.
- Garnish with fresh thyme if desired and serve warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear half (100g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg