Description
Elegant Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears are a sophisticated yet simple appetizer that combines sweet, juicy pears with creamy blue cheese, crunchy walnuts, and a drizzle of honey. This delightful dish is sure to impress at any gathering or cozy night in, delivering a flavor experience that tantalizes the taste buds. Quick to prepare and visually stunning, these stuffed pears are perfect for showcasing your culinary skills.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe pears
- 4 oz creamy blue cheese (such as Gorgonzola)
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp balsamic glaze (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Wash and halve the pears lengthwise, scooping out the core gently.
- In a bowl, mix crumbled blue cheese with chopped walnuts until well combined.
- Generously fill each pear half with the blue cheese mixture.
- Drizzle honey on top and sprinkle with additional chopped walnuts.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until warm and golden.
- Serve immediately while still deliciously oozy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear half
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg