Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears

Elegant and simple, these Blue Cheese Stuffed Pears blend sweet and savory flavors, making for a perfect appetizer or fancy little bite. Warm, soft pears, melting blue cheese, and a drizzle of honey create a delightful dish everyone will love.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 18

Total Time 33

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

4 pieces firm pears, halved and cored Bosc or Anjou pears recommended.
3-4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled Gorgonzola dolce can be used as a milder alternative.
2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened Can mix with blue cheese for a milder taste.
2 tablespoons chopped toasted walnuts or pecans Optional for added crunch.
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice Enhances flavors.
1 teaspoon honey, plus more for drizzling Maple syrup can be a substitute.
to taste fresh black pepper and a pinch of salt Adjust according to taste.
for brushing olive oil For brushing the pears.
optional a few thyme leaves or chopped rosemary For additional flavor.

Method

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
Brush the cut sides of the pears with olive oil and place them cut side up on the prepared pan.
In a small bowl, mash the blue cheese and cream cheese together until creamy. Stir in the lemon juice, honey, walnut/pecan, herbs (if using), and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Spoon the mixture into the wells of each pear half, creating a small mound.

Baking

Bake the pears for 14 to 18 minutes or until they are tender at the edges and the cheese is warmed through and slightly golden.
Drizzle with more honey and crack fresh pepper over the top before serving warm.

Notes

For neat halves, slice the pear from stem to base and scoop out the core with a melon baller. If pears wobble, trim a sliver from the backside to create a flat base. Add optional balsamic or hot honey drizzle for enhanced flavor.