Stilton Stuffed Baked Pears
Elevate your appetizer or dessert game with these luxurious Stilton Stuffed Baked Pears, a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and nutty flavors. Tender, oven-baked pears are filled with a creamy mixture of tangy Stilton cheese, crunchy chopped walnuts, and aromatic fresh thyme, then drizzled with a luscious honey-butter glaze that caramelizes beautifully as they bake. A touch of lemon juice keeps the pears vibrant, while also balancing their natural sweetness. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is effortlessly elegant and versatile—ideal for holiday gatherings, dinner parties, or as a unique ending to your meal. Serve warm with a drizzle of the honey-baking juices for a truly unforgettable flavor experience. Keywords: baked pears, stuffed pears, Stilton recipe, walnut dessert, sweet and savory appetizer.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces ripe but firm pears
- 100 grams Stilton cheese
- 50 grams walnuts (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Cut the pears in half lengthwise and use a spoon or melon baller to scoop out the core, creating a small cavity in the center of each pear half.
Brush the cut sides of the pears with lemon juice to prevent browning.
In a small bowl, mix the Stilton cheese, chopped walnuts, and thyme leaves until well combined.
Place the pears cut side up in a baking dish. Divide the Stilton mixture evenly among the pear cavities, gently pressing it into the hollowed-out centers.
Melt the butter in a small microwave-safe dish and stir in the honey. Drizzle this mixture over the stuffed pears.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes or until the pears are tender and the cheese is slightly melted and golden.
Let the pears cool for a few minutes before serving. Drizzle with any leftover baking juices from the dish for added flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1364 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.0 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.0 g | 155% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 131 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 812 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 150.5 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.4 g | 98% | |
| Total Sugars | 104.5 g | ||
| Protein | 34.8 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 633 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1190 mg | 25% | |
*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.
