Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of baked pears, creamy goat cheese, sweet honey, and tart cranberries in this easy and elegant seasonal dessert.
Ingredients
– 4 firm Bartlett pears, halved and cored
– 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled
– 1/4 cup honey, plus more for drizzling
– 1/2 cup fresh or dried cranberries
Instructions
1. – Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. – Place the pear halves, cut-side up, in a baking dish.
3. – Divide the goat cheese evenly among the pear halves, pressing it gently into the cavities.
4. – Drizzle the honey over the top of the pears and goat cheese.
5. – Sprinkle the cranberries over the top.
6. – Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the pears are tender and the cheese is slightly melted.
7. – Remove from oven and drizzle with additional honey, if desired.
8. – Serve warm.
Notes
For a crunchy topping, add chopped nuts or a sprinkling of granola before baking. The baked pears can also be served chilled.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American