Baked Pears with Cream Cheese, Honey, and Cranberries

A delightful dessert featuring warm, juicy baked pears filled with creamy cream cheese, sweet honey, and tart cranberries, perfect for any gathering.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 220

Main Ingredients

4 pieces ripe pears, halved and cored Choose ripe pears for best texture.
8 oz cream cheese, softened Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for easy mixing.
1/4 cup honey Adjust amount to taste.
1/2 cup fresh cranberries Can substitute with dried cranberries if preferred.
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon Can add more for additional spice.
to taste optional Nuts for topping Experiment with different types of nuts.

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Cut the pears in half and carefully core them using a melon baller or a small scoop.
In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, honey, cinnamon, and fresh cranberries. Stir until well mixed.
Fill each pear half generously with the cream cheese mixture using a spoon or a piping bag.
Place the filled pears in a baking dish, cut side up. Drizzle some extra honey on top for added sweetness if desired.

Baking

Bake the pears in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes or until the pears are tender and the filling is melty.

Serving

Allow to cool slightly, then garnish with your choice of nuts for an extra crunch. Enjoy warm!

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days. For longer storage, freeze for up to a month. Reheat in the oven for best results.