🍐🧀 Baked Pears with Brie, Walnuts, and Cranberries
This is an elegant, sweet-and-savory dessert or appetizer. Warm pears paired with creamy Brie, crunchy walnuts, and tart cranberries create a perfect balance of flavors and textures.
🧾 Ingredients
- 2–4 ripe but firm pears (Bosc or Anjou work well)
- 100 g (3–4 oz) Brie cheese, sliced or cubed
- ¼ cup walnuts, roughly chopped
- ¼ cup dried cranberries
- 1–2 tsp honey
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Optional: fresh thyme or rosemary for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
- Preheat to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly grease a small baking dish.
2. Prepare the Pears
- Cut pears in half lengthwise and remove cores.
- Brush lightly with lemon juice to prevent browning.
3. Fill the Pears
- Place a few cubes of Brie in each pear cavity.
- Sprinkle with walnuts and dried cranberries.
- Drizzle a little honey over each pear.
4. Bake
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, until pears are tender and Brie is melted.
- Optional: broil for 1–2 minutes at the end to brown the Brie slightly.
5. Serve
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Great on its own or alongside crackers, prosciutto, or a salad.
⭐ Pro Tips:
- Use ripe but firm pears so they hold their shape during baking.
- For added indulgence, drizzle maple syrup or balsamic glaze over the top.
- Toast the walnuts lightly beforehand for extra crunch and flavor.
I can also provide a restaurant-style version with caramelized edges, a touch of cinnamon, and a balsamic drizzle that looks and tastes gourmet.
Do you want me to make that version?
