Description
A delightful warm dessert featuring halved pears baked with a sweet and savory topping of berries, honey, crunchy walnuts, and tangy blue cheese.
Ingredients
- 4 ripe but firm pears, halved and cored
- 1 cup mixed berries (such as blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with nonstick spray or butter.
- Place the pear halves cut-side up in the prepared baking dish. Brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle with cinnamon.
- In a small bowl, mix the berries with 2 tablespoons of honey. Spoon the berry mixture evenly over the pear halves.
- Sprinkle the chopped walnuts and crumbled blue cheese over the pears and berries.
- Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of honey over the top.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the pears are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Serve warm, optionally with a dollop of cream or ice cream.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste. For a sweeter version, add a pinch of nutmeg or ginger. For a less intense cheese flavor, use gorgonzola or a milder blue cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: American