Description
These Baked Pears with Feta are elegant, sweet, savory, and incredibly simple to make. Juicy pears are roasted until caramelized, then topped with creamy feta, honey, nuts, and fresh herbs. A perfect appetizer, side dish, or light holiday dessert that feels gourmet with minimal effort!
Ingredients
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- For the Baked Pears:
- 3 ripe pears, halved and cored
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Toppings:
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme or rosemary
- Extra honey for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- Slice the pears in half and remove the cores using a spoon.
- Brush each pear half with olive oil or melted butter.
- Drizzle with honey and sprinkle lightly with cinnamon.
- Place pears cut-side up in the baking dish and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until tender and caramelized.
- Remove from the oven and top with crumbled feta, chopped nuts, and fresh thyme or rosemary.
- Drizzle with extra honey and serve warm as an appetizer, elegant side dish, or healthy dessert!
Notes
For extra flavor, add a splash of balsamic glaze over the finished pears. Substitute feta with goat cheese for a creamier texture. Use red pears for a more festive look. These pears can be served warm or at room temperature. Add a scoop of vanilla yogurt or ice cream for a dessert version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear half
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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