Baked Pears with Feta and Honey
Baked Pears with Feta and Honey is a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors. This simple yet elegant dish makes for a perfect appetizer or dessert, showcasing the juicy sweetness of pears balanced with the creamy and tangy feta cheese, finished with a drizzle of honey for a touch of sweetness.
Equipment
- 1 Baking dish
- 1 Oven
Ingredients
- 4 pieces ripe pears Choose pears that are ripe but still firm.
- 100 grams feta cheese
- 4 tablespoons honey Drizzle any remaining honey over the top if desired.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Optional.
- ¼ cup walnuts, chopped Optional for added crunch.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Wash the pears thoroughly and cut them in half lengthwise. Remove the core using a spoon or a melon baller.
- Place the pear halves cut-side up in a baking dish.
- Crumble the feta cheese and evenly distribute it over the pear halves.
- Drizzle 1 tablespoon of honey over each pear half, and then sprinkle with ground cinnamon if desired. For added crunch, sprinkle chopped walnuts on top as well.
- Drizzle the olive oil around the pears in the baking dish.
- Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for about 20 minutes or until the pears are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Drizzle any remaining honey over the top if desired.
- Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally pairing with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of Greek yogurt.
Notes
Choose pears that are ripe but still firm to ensure they hold their shape during baking.
You can experiment with different types of cheese if feta is not available; goat cheese or blue cheese can also work well for a unique flavor.
This dish pairs nicely with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of Greek yogurt for added creaminess.