Description

These delicious baked pears with berries, honey, walnuts, and blue cheese are a stunning blend of sweet, savory, and creamy flavors. Soft roasted pears pair perfectly with tangy blue cheese, crunchy walnuts, and warm honey—perfect for a cozy dessert or elegant appetizer.

Ingredients

3 ripe pears, halved and cored

1 cup mixed berries (fresh or frozen)

1/3 cup walnuts, roughly chopped

3–4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled

2 tablespoons honey

1 tablespoon melted butter

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Pinch of salt

Fresh mint for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.

2. Place pear halves cut-side up in the dish.

3. Brush pears with melted butter and sprinkle with cinnamon and a pinch of salt.

4. Fill the centers with berries and chopped walnuts.

5. Crumble blue cheese over each pear half.

6. Drizzle lightly with honey.

7. Bake for 25–30 minutes until pears are tender and edges are caramelized.

8. Serve warm with extra honey and fresh mint if desired.

Notes

Replace blue cheese with mascarpone or ricotta for a sweeter version.

Add a drizzle of balsamic glaze before serving for extra depth.

Pairs beautifully with vanilla ice cream or Greek yogurt.