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Baked Pears with Goat Cheese, Honey, and Cranberries

Sweet & Savory Baked Pears with Goat Cheese, Honey, and Cranberries

Delight in these Baked Pears with Goat Cheese, Honey, and Cranberries for a perfect blend of flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pears
  • 4 pieces Pears Ripe but firm varieties like Bartlett or Bosc
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter For greasing and caramelizing
For the Filling
  • 4 ounces Goat Cheese Creamy and tangy
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Fresh Cranberries
  • 1/4 cup Honey Floral sweetness
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Optional
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Mint Leaves Optional for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with unsalted butter.
  2. Halve the pears and scoop out the cores. Place cut-side up in the baking dish.
  3. Dot the top of each pear half with unsalted butter.
  4. Roast the pears in the oven for about 20 minutes until fork-tender and lightly caramelized.
  5. Prepare the cranberry compote by simmering fresh cranberries and honey in a saucepan for about 10 minutes.
  6. Fill each pear half with goat cheese, then top with warm cranberry compote and drizzle with honey.
  7. Garnish with fresh mint leaves or a sprinkle of cinnamon before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These baked pears are a delightful vegetarian option and can be prepared in advance for less stress on the day of serving.

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