Baked Pears with Feta, Honey, and Cranberries
Baked Pears with Feta, Honey, and Cranberries is a delightful and sophisticated dish that combines the sweetness of ripe pears with the tangy flavor of feta cheese and the tartness of cranberries. This warm treat can be enjoyed as an appetizer or a light dessert, making it perfect for any gathering or cozy evening at home. With its impressive presentation and simple preparation, these baked pears are sure to impress your guests while providing a comforting burst of flavors. Drizzled with honey and garnished with fresh herbs, this recipe is both nutritious and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe but firm pears
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 2 tbsp chopped walnuts (optional)
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Pinch of cinnamon
- Fresh thyme leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375F (190C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- Halve and core the pears, placing them cut-side up in the baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with cinnamon.
- Fill each pear half with crumbled feta and dried cranberries. Add walnuts if desired.
- Drizzle honey over the pears, then bake for 20-25 minutes until soft and golden.
- Garnish with fresh thyme leaves before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 245mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 16mg