Pear Blue Cheese Walnut Spread
Elevate your appetizer game with this luxurious Pear Blue Cheese Walnut Spread, a creamy, flavorful blend that perfectly balances sweet, savory, and nutty notes. Featuring ripe pears for a touch of natural sweetness, tangy blue cheese, and the crunch of toasted walnuts, this spread is enhanced with a drizzle of honey, a splash of lemon juice, and the optional earthiness of fresh thyme. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy-to-make dip is perfect for pairing with crackers, crostini, or fresh fruit slices, making it an ideal choice for elegant entertaining or casual snacking. Whether served as a centerpiece at a holiday gathering or a decadent addition to a cheese board, this spread promises to delight every palate.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large ripe pear
- 100 grams blue cheese
- 150 grams cream cheese
- 50 grams walnuts
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon fresh thyme (optional)
- 1 package crackers or crostini (for serving)
Instructions
Preheat a small skillet over medium heat and toast the walnuts for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool, then chop finely.
Peel and core the pear. Dice it into small cubes, about 1/4-inch in size.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and blue cheese. Use a fork to mash and mix them until well blended and creamy.
Add the diced pear, chopped walnuts, honey, lemon juice, salt, and fresh thyme (if using) to the cheese mixture. Stir gently to combine, ensuring the ingredients are evenly distributed.
Taste the spread and adjust seasoning with additional salt or honey, if needed.
Transfer the spread to a serving bowl and garnish with a sprinkle of chopped walnuts or a small sprig of thyme for presentation.
Serve immediately with crackers, crostini, or fresh fruit slices, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Bring to room temperature before serving for the best flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
368 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.5 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.9 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 577 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.6 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.8 g | ||
| Protein | 10.0 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 147 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 221 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
