Description
These Easy Winter Baked Pears with Honey and Thyme are a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors! Tender roasted pears are drizzled with honey and filled with feta cheese, cranberries, and fresh thyme, making them a light yet flavorful dessert or appetizer. A simple and elegant winter treat!
Ingredients
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- 3 ripe pears, halved and cored
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon (optional, for extra warmth)
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional, for crunch)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- Prepare Pears: Slice pears in half and remove the cores using a spoon or melon baller.
- Drizzle & Season: Place pears cut side up in the baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and honey, then sprinkle with fresh thyme and cinnamon (if using).
- Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until pears are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Add Toppings: Remove from the oven and top with crumbled feta, dried cranberries, and chopped nuts (if using).
- Serve & Enjoy: Serve warm, drizzled with extra honey if desired. Enjoy as a light dessert or an elegant appetizer!
Notes
- Swap feta for goat cheese for a creamier texture.
- Serve with Greek yogurt or vanilla ice cream for a sweeter dessert.
- For a vegan version, replace feta with dairy-free cheese and use maple syrup instead of honey.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
