Roasted Pears with Blueberries, Raspberries, Walnuts & Blue Cheese

These beautiful roasted pears are a perfect combination of sweet, juicy fruit, crunchy walnuts, creamy blue cheese, and fresh berries. Drizzled with honey and finished with herbs, this elegant dish can be served as a light dessert, brunch dish, or special appetizer.

Ingredients

For the Roasted Pears

2 large ripe but firm pears, halved lengthwise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon melted butter or olive oil
2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of salt

For the Topping

½ cup fresh blueberries
½ cup fresh raspberries
⅓ cup walnuts, roughly chopped
⅓ cup crumbled blue cheese
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1 extra tablespoon honey for drizzling

Instructions

1. Prepare the Pears

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash the pears, cut them in half lengthwise, and carefully remove the cores using a spoon or melon baller.

2. Season

Place the pear halves cut-side up on a parchment-lined baking tray. Brush them with melted butter or olive oil and drizzle with lemon juice.

3. Add Sweetness

Sprinkle lightly with cinnamon and a tiny pinch of salt. Drizzle 1–2 tablespoons of honey over the pears.

4. Roast

Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the pears are tender and lightly caramelized around the edges.

5. Add the Toppings

Remove the pears from the oven. Fill each pear with crumbled blue cheese, chopped walnuts, blueberries, and raspberries.

6. Finish and Serve

Return to the oven for another 5 minutes, just until the cheese softens and the berries become warm and juicy.

Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh thyme, and drizzle with a little extra honey before serving.

Recipe Details

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
Total Time: 35–40 minutes
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy

Nutrition Information

Approximate per serving:

Calories: 260 kcal
Protein: 5g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fat: 14g
Fiber: 6g
Sugar: 23g
Sodium: 180mg

Nutritional values may vary depending on the size of the pears and the amount of cheese, walnuts, and honey used.

Nut Information

Contains tree nuts: This recipe contains walnuts.

For a nut-free version, simply omit the walnuts or replace them with roasted pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds. Always check packaged ingredients for possible cross-contamination if serving someone with a severe nut allergy.

Q&A

Q: Can I use a different cheese?
Yes! Goat cheese, feta, ricotta, or cream cheese can be used instead of blue cheese.

Q: Can I make this recipe vegan?
Yes. Use maple syrup instead of honey and replace the blue cheese with your favorite plant-based cheese.

Q: What other nuts can I use?
Pecans, almonds, or pistachios work wonderfully with roasted pears and berries.

Q: Can I prepare this ahead of time?
You can roast the pears ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Add the fresh toppings before reheating and serving.

Q: How should I store leftovers?
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the oven or enjoy cold.

Q: Can I serve this as a dessert?
Absolutely! Add a spoonful of Greek yogurt, mascarpone, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra-special dessert.

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