Description
Delight in these Baked Pears with Brie, Walnuts, and Cranberries, a luscious sweet and savory dessert or brunch treat. The warm, tender pears pair perfectly with creamy brie, crunchy walnuts, and tart cranberries, enhanced by a touch of cinnamon and honey. This elegant and easy-to-make recipe is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy homemade treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Pears
- 3 ripe pears, halved and cored
- 1 tbsp melted butter or olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- ½ tsp cinnamon
Filling
- 4 oz brie cheese, cut into small cubes
- ¼ cup dried cranberries
- ¼ cup walnuts, roughly chopped
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary or thyme (optional)
Garnish
- Extra honey for drizzling
- Fresh mint or thyme for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the pears evenly and perfectly.
- Prepare Pears: Halve the pears and carefully scoop out the cores. Place the pear halves cut-side up in a baking dish, arranging them so they don’t touch.
- Coat and Season Pears: Brush the cut sides of the pears with melted butter or olive oil. Drizzle honey evenly over the pears and sprinkle with cinnamon for warmth and sweetness.
- Initial Bake: Place the pears in the oven and bake for about 15 minutes, until they start to soften but still hold their shape.
- Add Fillings: Remove the pears from the oven and stuff each half with cubed brie cheese, dried cranberries, and chopped walnuts, and if using, sprinkle fresh rosemary or thyme.
- Finish Baking: Return the filled pears to the oven and bake for an additional 8 to 10 minutes until the brie melts beautifully and walnuts toast lightly.
- Serve: Once baked, drizzle extra honey over the pears and garnish with fresh mint or thyme sprigs. Serve warm for the best flavor experience.
Notes
- Choose ripe but firm pears like Bosc or Anjou for best baking results.
- For a vegan version, substitute brie with a plant-based cheese alternative and use maple syrup instead of honey.
- To amplify flavors, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top before serving.
- These baked pears are excellent served with vanilla ice cream or alongside a light salad for brunch.
- Leftovers can be stored refrigerated for up to 2 days and gently reheated.
