Baked Pears with Goat Cheese, Honey, and Cranberries
Baked Pears with Goat Cheese, Honey, and Cranberries is a delightful dish that beautifully combines sweet and savory flavors. These elegant baked pears are not only visually stunning but also easy to prepare, making them perfect for any occasion—whether as an appetizer for a dinner party or a light dessert after a meal. With the creamy richness of goat cheese, the natural sweetness of honey, and the tartness of cranberries, each bite offers a harmonious blend of tastes that will impress your guests. Serve warm or slightly chilled for an unforgettable experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe but firm pears (Bartlett or Bosc), halved and cored
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 oz goat cheese
- 1/3 cup fresh cranberries
- 2 tbsp honey (plus more for drizzling)
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Halve the pears lengthwise and scoop out the cores.
- Place pear halves cut-side up in a baking dish; add butter on each half.
- Roast in the oven for about 20 minutes until tender and golden brown.
- In a saucepan over low heat, simmer cranberries with honey until they burst slightly.
- Fill each pear half with goat cheese and top with the cranberry mixture.
- Drizzle extra honey over each pear and garnish with mint leaves if desired.
- Serve warm or slightly chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear half (100g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg