Baked Pears with Goat Cheese, Honey, and Cranberries

Delight in Baked Pears with Goat Cheese, Honey, and Cranberries, a simple yet elegant dessert that's easy to prepare.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pears

4 medium Bosc or Anjou pears Choose ripe pears for optimal sweetness and texture.

For the Filling

1 cup creamy goat cheese Its tangy flavor perfectly complements the sweetness of the pears.
1/2 cup pure honey Adds a rich sweetness that harmonizes the dish.
1/2 cup fresh or dried cranberries Offers a tart burst that balances the richness of the cheese.

Optional Topping

1/4 cup walnuts Toasted for extra crunch; can substitute with pecans.

Equipment

9×9 inch baking dish

Method

How to Make Baked Pears with Goat Cheese, Honey, and Cranberries

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9×9 inch baking dish lightly.
Halve and core the pears, placing them cut-side up in your baking dish.
Stuff each pear half with creamy goat cheese and sprinkle cranberries on top.
Drizzle honey generously over the stuffed pears.
Bake for 25-30 minutes until the pears are tender yet maintain their shape.
Optional: For an extra crunch, sprinkle toasted walnuts on top just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Choose ripe Bosc or Anjou pears for the best flavor. When halving and coring, be gentle to avoid bruising. Allow goat cheese to sit at room temperature for easier spreading prior to stuffing.

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