Baked Pears with Feta, Honey, and Cranberries
Baked Pears with Feta, Honey, and Cranberries is a delightful dish that beautifully balances sweet and savory flavors in every bite. This warm treat features tender pears baked to perfection and topped with creamy feta cheese, sweet honey, and tart cranberries, creating a perfect harmony of tastes. It’s an excellent choice for appetizers or light desserts, making it a versatile addition to any gathering. With its simple preparation and the natural sweetness of ripe pears, this recipe is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
- 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 honey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Pinch of cinnamon
- Optional: 2 tbsp chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) 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 generously with crumbled feta and top with dried cranberries (and walnuts if using).
- Drizzle honey over the pears before baking for about 20-25 minutes until soft and golden.
- Garnish with fresh thyme leaves before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear half (100g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg