Description
Enjoy soft, warm pears with caramelized edges, salty creamy feta, and pops of sweet-tart cranberries in this easy, cozy dessert suitable for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces Ripe but firm pears, like Bosc or Anjou
- 100 grams Feta cheese, crumbled (Use block feta for best results.)
- 2 tablespoons Honey, maple syrup, or hot honey (Adjust according to taste.)
- 60 grams Dried cranberries
- 1 tablespoon Butter or olive oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon (Optional, for extra flavor.)
- a pinch Salt
- Optional Chopped pecans or walnuts (For added crunch.)
- Optional Vanilla, orange zest (For flavor variations.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Halve the pears lengthwise and scoop out the core to create a small well.
- Rub the cut sides with a bit of lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Place the pears cut-side up in a small baking dish.
- Brush with melted butter or olive oil.
- Sprinkle with salt and cinnamon.
- Fill each well with crumbled feta and dried cranberries.
- Drizzle honey or maple syrup over the top.
Baking
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, checking for tenderness with a knife.
Notes
Serve warm for the best experience. Enjoy as a dessert or side dish. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Side Dish
- Cuisine: American, Holiday, Vegetarian