Roasted Stuffed Pears with Berries, Blue Cheese & Walnuts!

🍐 Roasted Stuffed Pears with Berries, Blue Cheese & Walnuts

Servings

4 halves (2 pears)
Great as a dessert, brunch dish, or elegant appetizer.

🧾 Ingredients

Main

• 2 ripe but firm pears (Bosc or Anjou work best)

• ½ cup fresh blueberries

• ¼ cup fresh raspberries

• ¼ cup walnuts, roughly chopped

• ¼ cup blue cheese (or gorgonzola), crumbled

• 2–3 tbsp honey (plus extra for drizzling)

• 1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter

• ½ tsp cinnamon (optional but lovely)

• Pinch of salt

Aromatics

• Fresh thyme sprigs (or ½ tsp dried)

🔥 Instructions

1. Preheat oven
   Set to 375°F (190°C).

2. Prepare the pears

   • Slice pears in half lengthwise.

   • Scoop out the core with a spoon to make a shallow well.

   • Brush cut sides lightly with olive oil or butter.

3. Pre-roast

   • Place pears cut-side up in a baking dish.

   • Roast for 15 minutes to soften slightly.

4. Make the filling
   In a bowl, gently mix:

   • Blueberries

   • Raspberries

   • Walnuts

   • Blue cheese

   • Cinnamon (if using)

   • Tiny pinch of salt

5. Stuff & drizzle

   • Remove pears from oven.

   • Spoon filling into each pear.

   • Drizzle honey generously over the top.

   • Add thyme sprigs.

6. Final roast
   Return to oven for 15–20 minutes, until:

   • Pears are tender

   • Cheese is slightly melted

   • Honey is bubbling and caramelized

7. Serve warm
   Finish with extra honey and a few fresh thyme leaves.

❓ Q & A

Q: What pears work best?

A: Bosc and Anjou hold their shape best. Bartletts are fine but softer.

Q: Can I make this without blue cheese?

A: Absolutely. Try:

• Goat cheese (milder, creamy)

• Feta (saltier, more punch)

• Ricotta + honey (sweet version)

Q: Is this a dessert or savory dish?

A: Both.

• Serve as dessert with vanilla ice cream or mascarpone

• Serve as appetizer with arugula and prosciutto

Q: Can I make it vegan?

A: Yep!

• Swap honey for maple syrup

• Use vegan cheese or omit cheese entirely

• Add extra nuts for richness

Q: Can I prep ahead?

A: Yes.

• Halve and core pears up to 24 hours ahead (store with lemon water).

• Assemble just before baking for best texture.

Q: What can I add for extra crunch?

A: Try:

• Toasted pecans

• Pistachios

• A sprinkle of granola right before serving.