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Baked Pears with Cream Cheese and Walnut Topping

Tender baked pears filled with a creamy cream cheese mixture and topped with crunchy walnuts, perfect for a cozy dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces ripe pears (Bartlett or Anjou) Choose ripe pears for best results.
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped Can substitute with pecans or almonds if desired.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar Coconut sugar can be used for a healthier option.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Wash the pears thoroughly, slice them in half, and remove the core and seeds.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix until well blended and creamy.
  4. Generously spoon the cream cheese mixture into the hollowed-out center of each pear half.
  5. Sprinkle the chopped walnuts over the cream cheese filling, pressing them slightly into the mixture.
Baking
  1. Arrange the stuffed pears in a baking dish and place them in the preheated oven.
  2. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the pears are tender and the tops are golden brown.
  3. Once baked, allow them to cool slightly before serving. Drizzle with honey if desired.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freeze unbaked pears for later use; thaw before baking. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.