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Baked Pears with Goat Cheese, Honey, and Cranberries

Cozy Baked Pears with Goat Cheese, Honey, and Cranberries Delight

Delight in these Baked Pears with Goat Cheese, Honey, and Cranberries that elevate simple ingredients into a sophisticated dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pears
  • 4 pieces Pears Choose ripe but firm pears to maintain their shape during baking.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter A touch helps achieve that beautiful caramelization.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Goat Cheese Creamy, tangy cheese complements the sweetness.
  • 1 cup Fresh Cranberries Rehydrated dried cranberries can also work.
  • 1/4 cup Honey Consider clover or wildflower honey for the best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Optional, enhances warmth and depth in flavor.
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Mint Leaves Brightens the dish visually.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Saucepan
  • Baking Dish
  • Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Halve the pears and core each half, placing them cut-side up in a greased baking dish.
  3. Dot each pear half with unsalted butter and roast for approximately 20 minutes.
  4. Combine fresh cranberries and honey in a saucepan over medium heat and simmer until cranberries burst.
  5. Once the pears are cooled, spoon goat cheese into the center of each half and top with warm cranberry compote.
  6. Drizzle with honey and garnish with fresh mint leaves before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Gentle reheating recommended.

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