Baked Pears Feta Honey Cranberries (Recipe for Printing)
This warm autumn dish features juicy pears baked with tangy feta, honey, and cranberries—ideal for cozy holidays or festive gatherings. Save & click.
# What You Need:
→ Produce
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4 ripe pears, preferably Bosc or Anjou
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Fresh thyme leaves, for garnish (optional)
→ Cheese
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1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
→ Pantry
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2 tablespoons olive oil or melted unsalted butter
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1/3 cup dried cranberries
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2 tablespoons honey
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
# How to Make It:
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Halve pears lengthwise and remove the core using a melon baller or small spoon. Retain stems for visual appeal if desired. Brush the cut sides thoroughly with olive oil or melted butter to encourage moistness and depth of flavor.
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Place pear halves cut side up in a parchment-lined baking dish. Evenly sprinkle ground cinnamon over the pears.
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Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for 20–25 minutes, or until pears are fork-tender yet still maintain structure. Monitor closely toward the end of the baking period.
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Remove from the oven. While pears are hot, top with crumbled feta cheese and distribute dried cranberries over each half so they gently soften.
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Drizzle warm pears with honey, allowing it to settle in the center. Garnish with a few fresh thyme leaves, if using, and serve immediately for optimal texture and flavor contrast.
# Extra Tips:
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Allow pears to ripen at room temperature for optimal sweetness, but use before they become too soft.
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Line the baking dish to prevent honey from sticking and to simplify cleanup.
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Feta should be added to the pears while still hot to gently soften the cheese.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave to preserve moisture.
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Goat cheese or ricotta can substitute for feta, and dried cherries, raisins, or dates can replace cranberries for different flavors.