Baked Pears with Berries, Honey, Walnuts & Blue Cheese
Baked Pears with Berries, Honey, Walnuts & Blue Cheese is an exquisite dessert that beautifully balances sweetness and tartness. The caramelized pears are complemented by succulent mixed berries, crunchy walnuts, and creamy blue cheese, all drizzled with honey for a touch of decadence. Perfect for any occasion, this dish can be served warm or at room temperature, making it an elegant addition to dinner parties or cozy nights in. With minimal preparation and easy steps, you can create a stunning dessert that is sure to impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 ripe pears
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- ½ cup mixed fresh berries (blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries)
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
- ¼ cup crumbled blue cheese
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Fresh thyme sprigs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Halve and core the pears, placing them cut-side up on the baking sheet. Brush with melted butter.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until tender but firm.
- Remove from the oven and top each pear with mixed berries, crumbled blue cheese, walnuts, and drizzle with honey.
- Garnish with fresh thyme if desired and serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear half (120g)
- Calories: 195
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg