Easy Baked Gorgonzola Pears, a quick appetizer
Ripe pears stuffed with creamy Gorgonzola cheese, baked until golden for a delicious sweet-savory treat. Baked gorgonzola pears are a perfect appetizer for gatherings, parties, or special occasions.
It is an easy, delicious, and elegant appetizer for special occasions. With just 5 ingredients and 20 minutes, you can create a melt-in-your-mouth texture and spectacular appearance. Tangy blue cheese, sweet pears with honey, a herby touch of thyme, and a little crunch from walnuts make this a luscious treat for parties or dinner dates. You are guaranteed to impress your guests!
This quick and simple appetizer is ideal for a party or family gathering. Whether served as a dessert or appetizer, it will leave everyone wanting more. You should also try our Crunchy Cauliflower Bites, Easy Baked Cornflake Chicken Nuggets, Turkish Pide, or Potato Patties, the perfect dishes for any family event.
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Why you’ll love this recipe
You’ll love this recipe because it combines the sweetness of pears with the creamy richness of Gorgonzola cheese, creating a perfect balance of flavours. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to make and makes a stunning appetizer or dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients to make baked gorgonzola pears
- Pears: Choose ripe but firm pears like Bosc or Anjou for the best texture. Avoid ones that are too soft.
- Walnuts or Pecans: Use fresh nuts. Toast them before chopping them for extra flavour and crunch.
- Honey: Pick a good-quality honey with a mild taste. Local or raw honey adds a special touch.
- Blue Cheese (Gorgonzola): Choose a creamy and tasty Gorgonzola. Use more or less depending on how strong you want the flavour.
- Thyme: Use fresh thyme if possible. Dried thyme works too, but use less as it’s stronger in flavour.
Substitutions
- Pears: You can substitute apples or firm peaches for pears if desired.
- Walnuts or Pecans: Substitute almonds, hazelnuts, or macadamia nuts for walnuts or pecans.
- Honey: Maple syrup or agave syrup can be used as an alternative to honey.
- Blue Cheese (Gorgonzola): Feta cheese or goat cheese can be used as substitutes for Gorgonzola cheese.
- Thyme: Substitute rosemary or sage for thyme as a garnish. Alternatively, you can omit the herb garnish altogether.
Variations
Add a drizzle of balsamic glaze: After baking, add a drizzle of balsamic glaze over the stuffed pears for a sweet and tangy taste.
Top with crispy prosciutto: Before serving, top each baked pear with a slice of crispy prosciutto for a savoury twist.
Sprinkle with chopped herbs: Garnish the baked pears with chopped fresh herbs such as parsley, chives, or basil for added freshness and flavour.
Substitute with different cheeses: Experiment with different types of cheese such as goat cheese, brie, or camembert for a unique combination.
Serve with toasted bread: Serve the baked pears alongside slices of toasted baguette or crusty bread for a delicious appetizer or snack.
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How to make Baked Gorgonzola Pears
Ready to cook something delicious? Give our Baked Gorgonzola Pears a try! This quick and simple recipe is packed with tasty ingredients that will leave your taste buds wanting more.
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Slice each pear in half lengthwise and remove the core and seeds using a spoon, creating a hollow centre.
Arrange the pear halves with the cut side facing up on a baking dish or sheet lined with parchment paper.
Dice Gorgonzola cheese and place it in the centre of each pear half.
Chop walnuts into chunks and place them in the centre of each pear.
Drizzle honey over the filled pears. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until pears are tender and cheese is melted. After baking, garnish with fresh thyme leaves.
Serve warm as an appetizer or dessert.
A full list of ingredients and instructions can be found in the recipe card below.
Storage and Leftovers
Refrigerate any leftover baked Gorgonzola pears in an airtight container once they have cooled completely. They can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
To reheat, place the pears in a preheated oven or microwave until warmed through.
Note that the texture of the pears may change slightly upon reheating, but they will still be delicious.
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Baked Gorgonzola Pears
Ingredients
- 6 pears
- 50 g walnuts or pecans
- 50 g honey
- 150 g blue cheese gorgonzola
- thyme to garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Cut each pear in half lengthwise and use a spoon to scoop out the core and seeds, creating a hollow cavity.
- Place the pear halves cut-side up on a baking dish or sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Cut small cubes of Gorgonzola cheese and place them into the centre of each pear half along with a piece of walnut.
- Drizzle honey over the stuffed pears.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the pears are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Once baked, remove the pears from the oven and garnish with fresh thyme leaves.
- Serve warm as a delightful appetizer or dessert. Enjoy your delicious baked Gorgonzola pears!
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Wow! This is such a great-looking appetizer, it looks incredibly delicious and very enticing! An awesome treat that everyone will gonna love and enjoy eating! The gorgonzola cheese will definitely gonna boost it’s taste and flavor! Perfect!
These baked gorgonzola pears turned out perfectly! The perfect appetizer! Our guests loved them!
You might say that this dessert is absolute pear-fection! The pears are tender, yet still hold together perfectly and the unique flavour is not to be missed. My in laws were super impressed!
I just got some fresh pears this week. What a great recipe. The combination of pears and cheese is so delicious. Perfect as a starter or even dessert.
Blue cheese and pears is such a yummy classic pairing! I served these to company with a pork roast and they were a huge hit!
I’ve had Pear and Gorgonzola before, but never baked. This was incredible. Even better than fresh with all the melted cheese and crunch from the nuts. And the honey over it! *drools*
Love this flavor combo! I made little crostini and served them alongside. It was a great appetizer!
Super yummy appetizer! Our guests loved it!
My whole family loved these stuffed pears! So delicious!
This pear recipe was so good! Definitely making them all summer long!
What a delightful recipe! Such an impressive dish as well with minimal effort. My kind of treat!
I love to bake pears – especially at this time of year. This is comforting and so delicious. I am a big fan of Gorgonzola cheese and so this is my kind of recipe!
So delicious and easy to make!
Wonderful flavors and textures, what an elegant dessert. Thank you for sharing your recipe.
My whole family absolutely loved these!! So yummy and satisfying.
This is the new family favorite by a mile! I’ve always loved baked pears but this takes it to a whole new level. Thanks for the great recipe! 10,000 stars!
I served these baked Gorgonzola pears at my dinner party, and they were a hit! The combination of creamy blue cheese with the sweetness of the pears and honey plus that crunch from the walnuts was absolutely delicious!