Baked Pears with Feta, Honey, and Cranberries
Baked Pears with Feta, Honey, and Cranberries is a delightful dish that brings together the warm sweetness of baked pears, the creamy tang of feta cheese, and the tart burst of cranberries. This simple yet elegant recipe is versatile enough to serve as an appetizer or a light dessert, making it perfect for any occasion. The contrasting flavors come together beautifully, creating an irresistible treat that is both nutritious and satisfying. With easy preparation steps and minimal effort required, you can impress your guests or indulge in a cozy night in with this comforting dish.
- 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, halved and cored
- 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 your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- Place the pear halves cut-side up in the prepared baking dish. Drizzle olive oil over them and sprinkle with cinnamon.
- Fill each pear half with crumbled feta cheese, dried cranberries, and walnuts if desired.
- Drizzle honey on top of the pears and bake for 20-25 minutes until soft and slightly golden.
- Garnish with fresh thyme leaves before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear half (90g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg