Baked Pears with Berries, Honey, Walnuts & Blue Cheese
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Baked Pears with Berries, Honey, Walnuts, and Blue Cheese. This elegant dessert combines the sweetness of caramelized pears with tart, juicy berries and the richness of creamy blue cheese, creating a perfect balance of tastes and textures that will impress your guests. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this dessert is perfect for any occasion, from intimate family dinners to festive gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe pears
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- ½ cup mixed fresh berries (blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries)
- ½ cup walnuts, chopped
- ¼ cup crumbled blue cheese
- 2 tablespoons honey
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Halve and core the pears, placing them cut-side up on the baking sheet. Brush each pear generously with melted butter.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until tender but still holding their shape.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle mixed berries over each pear. Top with crumbled blue cheese.
- Finish by sprinkling chopped walnuts on top and drizzling honey over everything.
- Optionally garnish with fresh thyme sprigs before serving warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear half (100g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg