Roasted Pears with Blue Cheese, Walnuts, and Honey
Elevate your next gathering with these delightful Roasted Pears with Blue Cheese, Walnuts, and Honey. This simple yet sophisticated dish combines the natural sweetness of ripe pears with the tangy richness of blue cheese, crunchy walnuts, and a drizzle of honey for a perfect balance of flavors. Ideal as an appetizer or dessert, this recipe can be prepared in under 30 minutes, making it a go-to choice for busy evenings or special occasions. Impress your guests with minimal effort while enjoying a gourmet experience at home!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe but firm pears (Bartlett, Anjou, or Bosc)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup crumbled blue cheese (or Gorgonzola)
- ¼ cup toasted walnuts, chopped
- 2 tablespoons honey (plus more for drizzling)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- Fresh thyme (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Wash and slice pears in half lengthwise; core gently.
- Place pear halves cut-side up on a baking sheet. Drizzle with melted butter and lemon juice.
- Sprinkle blue cheese over each half, followed by walnuts and cinnamon if desired.
- Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes until tender and golden brown.
- Drizzle with honey while warm and garnish with thyme if using.
- Serve immediately as an appetizer or dessert.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear half (90g)
- Calories: 192
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg