Description
A delightful dessert that marries the sweetness of tender pears with tangy feta cheese, enhanced by cranberries and honey.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe pears
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Fresh thyme or rosemary for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Carefully cut each pear in half lengthwise, then scoop out the core.
- Place the pear halves cut side up on the baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced evenly.
- Drizzle olive oil over the pears and sprinkle with cinnamon and nutmeg, spreading evenly.
- Stuff each pear half with crumbled feta cheese and top with dried cranberries.
- Finish by drizzling honey over the stuffed pears.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pears are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Once done, remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes.
- Garnish with fresh thyme or rosemary if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
For an extra flavor boost, consider adding a sprinkle of orange zest or a mix of brown sugar with honey. Pair with vanilla ice cream for a luxurious dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear half
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg