Irresistible Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears with Honey Drizzle

Delight in these Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears, an elegant appetizer balancing sweet and savory flavors with creamy cheese and crunchy walnuts.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 20

Total Time 50

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: American

Calories: 180

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pears

2 medium Pear Halves Ripe but firm varieties like Bartlett or Anjou recommended.

For the Filling

6 oz Crumbled Blue Cheese Creamy and tangy; goat cheese is an alternative.
1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts Adds crunch; alternatives include pecans or almonds.

For the Drizzle

1/4 cup Honey Provides sweetness; maple syrup can be substituted.
1 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice Enhances flavor—use fresh.
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

Equipment

Oven
Baking Sheet
Parchment paper
small bowl
Melon baller

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Slice pears in half lengthwise and remove cores. Arrange cut side up on the baking sheet.
In a small bowl, mix crumbled blue cheese, chopped walnuts, fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper until blended.
Spoon the filling into each pear half, ensuring they are filled but not overflowing.
Drizzle honey over each stuffed pear half.
Bake for 15-20 minutes until tender and golden. Watch closely.
Cool slightly before serving. Drizzle with more honey and serve on greens.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pear halfCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for gatherings, these Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears can be prepped ahead and stored in the fridge until baking.

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