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Baked Pears with Goat Cheese, Honey, and Cranberries

Delicious Baked Pears with Goat Cheese, Honey, and Cranberries

Baked Pears with Goat Cheese, Honey, and Cranberries is a delightful dessert that combines sweet and savory flavors in an elegant presentation.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 desserts
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pears
  • 4 pieces Ripe pears Choose firm, ripe pears for best texture.
For the Filling
  • 8 ounces Goat cheese Use softened cheese for easy mixing.
  • 1 cup Fresh cranberries Opt for fresh for a burst of tartness.
  • ⅓ cup Honey Adjust the amount based on taste preference.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice Balances sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon Enhances flavors.
  • ¼ teaspoon Nutmeg Optional for a hint of spice.
For the Topping
  • ¼ cup Chopped walnuts or pecans Optional for added crunch.
  • 8 leaves Fresh mint leaves For garnish.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Dish
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lightly grease a medium-sized baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine softened goat cheese, honey, lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth.
  4. Carefully core and halve the pears, placing them cut-side up in the prepared baking dish.
  5. Generously spoon the goat cheese mixture into each pear half, filling them to the top.
  6. Scatter fresh cranberries evenly over the filled pears.
  7. Sprinkle chopped walnuts or pecans over the pears and cranberries, if desired.
  8. Drizzle a little extra honey over the top of the pears.
  9. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25-30 minutes until tender.
  10. In the last 5–10 minutes, remove the foil to brown the tops.
  11. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
  12. Garnish with fresh mint leaves before enjoying.

Nutrition

Serving: 1dessertCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use ripe pears and ensure your goat cheese is well-softened for easy mixing.

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