Baked Pears Feta Honey Cranberries: A Warm, Joyful Delight

This Baked Pears Feta Honey Cranberries recipe offers a delightful blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors, perfect for dessert or brunch.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 180

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pears

4 whole Pears (Bosc or Anjou) Juicy texture that holds up when baked.

For the Filling

200 grams Feta Cheese Can substitute with goat cheese or ricotta.
100 grams Dried Cranberries Can replace with dried cherries or raisins.

For Drizzling and Flavor

4 tablespoons Honey Maple syrup works as a vegan substitute.
2 tablespoons Olive Oil or Melted Butter Plant-based butter is suitable for vegans.
1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adjust according to taste preference.

For Garnish

1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Optional, can substitute with mint or rosemary.

Equipment

Oven
Baking Dish
Parchment paper
Spoon

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
Halve the pears lengthwise and remove the core. Brush cut sides with olive oil or melted butter and sprinkle with ground cinnamon.
Place pears cut-side up in the baking dish and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until fork-tender.
Remove from oven and sprinkle feta cheese over warm pears, followed by dried cranberries.
Drizzle with honey and add fresh thyme if desired.
Serve warm as a dessert or brunch side dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Select ripe but firm pears to prevent mushiness. Serve immediately for the best experience.

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