Description
Indulge in a comforting dessert that perfectly marries sweetness and tang: Easy Baked Gorgonzola Pears. This delightful treat features ripe pears baked until tender and topped with creamy gorgonzola cheese, crunchy walnuts, and a drizzle of honey. Whether you’re hosting an elegant dinner party or enjoying a cozy night in, this dish impresses with its unique flavor combination and simple preparation. With just a few ingredients, you can create a dessert that satisfies your sweet cravings while offering a healthier alternative to traditional sweets. Serve warm for a decadent end to any meal or chilled as a refreshing snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe pears, halved and cored
- 4 ounces gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup walnuts, chopped
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange the pear halves cut side up in a baking dish; season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Stuff each pear half with crumbled gorgonzola cheese.
- Sprinkle chopped walnuts over the cheese-stuffed pears.
- Drizzle honey over each pear half.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the pears are tender and the cheese is bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh thyme leaves if desired and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear half (100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg