Baked Pears with Berries, Honey, Walnuts & Blue Cheese
Baked Pears with Berries, Honey, Walnuts & Blue Cheese is an exquisite dessert that beautifully balances flavors and textures. The sweet caramelized pears are paired with an assortment of fresh berries, crunchy walnuts, and creamy blue cheese, all drizzled with honey for added richness. This dish is perfect for a variety of occasions, from intimate family dinners to lavish gatherings. Not only does it provide a stunning visual appeal, but it also offers a delightful taste experience that is sure to impress your guests. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this elegant dessert is a must-try for any fruit lover seeking a healthy yet indulgent treat.
- 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, halved and cored
- 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 your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the halved and cored pears cut-side up on the baking sheet. Brush each pear half with melted butter.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until tender but still holding shape. Allow to cool slightly.
- Evenly sprinkle the mixed berries over the baked pears and add crumbled blue cheese on top.
- Finish by sprinkling chopped walnuts over each pear and drizzling honey on top.
- Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs if desired and serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear half (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg