Description
Baked Pears with Feta, Honey, and Cranberries is a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors that will elevate any meal. This elegant dish features ripe pears, gently baked to perfection, filled with creamy feta cheese, tart cranberries, and drizzled with honey for a touch of sweetness. Whether served as an appetizer or a light dessert, these baked pears are sure to impress your guests while filling your kitchen with an inviting aroma. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this recipe is perfect for both weeknight dinners and festive gatherings.
Ingredients
- 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 the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- Halve and core the pears, placing them cut-side up in the prepared dish. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with cinnamon.
- Fill each pear half with crumbled feta cheese, dried cranberries, and walnuts if desired.
- Drizzle honey over the filled pears and bake for 20-25 minutes until soft and slightly golden.
- Garnish with fresh thyme leaves before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear half (100g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Choose firm yet ripe pears for the best texture during baking. Fresh ingredients like quality honey will enhance the overall flavor. Feel free to experiment by adding other nuts or spices like nutmeg for extra warmth.