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Baked Pears Feta Honey Cranberries

Baked Pears Feta Honey Cranberries: A Cozy Sweet Escape

Delight in Baked Pears Feta Honey Cranberries, a balance of savory and sweet flavors perfect for brunch or dessert.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Baked Pears
  • 4 pieces Bosc or Anjou Pears Ripe but firm for best texture and flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or Butter Plant-based option for vegan.
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Can swap with goat cheese.
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Dried cherries work well too.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Can substitute with maple syrup or agave nectar.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Essential for flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme (Optional) Can replace with fresh mint or rosemary.

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • oven
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. Halve the pears, remove the core, and place cut-side up in the baking dish. Brush with olive oil or melted butter.
  3. Sprinkle ground cinnamon over the pears.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes until tender and golden.
  5. Remove from the oven, allow to cool slightly, then top each pear with crumbled feta and dried cranberries.
  6. Drizzle honey over the pears.
  7. Garnish with fresh thyme if desired and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, and can be modified to be vegan. Ideal for any occasion, from brunch to dessert.

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