Baked Pears with Honey, Fresh Berries, Walnuts & Feta Crumble

This elegant dessert/snack is naturally sweet, warm, creamy, crunchy, and refreshing all at once.
Soft baked pears are drizzled with honey, topped with juicy fresh berries, toasted walnuts, and a salty-creamy feta crumble. It feels gourmet, but it’s simple, wholesome, and weight-loss friendly thanks to high fiber, healthy fats, and no processed sugar.

Perfect for:
✔ Weight loss
✔ Healthy breakfast
✔ Festive dessert
✔ Quick snack
✔ Sugar-free option available

Ingredients (Serves 2)

For the Pears

• 2 ripe but firm pears (Bosc or Bartlett)

• 1–2 tbsp honey (or sugar-free syrup)

• ½ tsp cinnamon

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

For the Topping

• ¼ cup mixed fresh berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries)

• 2 tbsp walnuts, roughly chopped

• 2 tbsp feta cheese, crumbled (optional but recommended)

• ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)

• A pinch of sea salt

Instructions:

1. Prep the Pears

• Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).

• Cut pears in half lengthwise.

• Scoop out the seeds with a spoon.

• Place them cut-side up in a baking dish.

• Brush with lemon juice to prevent browning.

2. Add Flavor

• Drizzle honey over each half.

• Sprinkle cinnamon and a pinch of salt.

3. Bake

• Bake for 25–30 minutes, until pears are soft and caramelized at the edges.

4. Add the Toppings

• Remove from oven.

• Top each pear half with:

  • Fresh berries

  • Crumbled walnuts

  • Feta cheese

5. Serve

Enjoy warm as a dessert or chilled for breakfast.

Chef’s Notes:

• If your pears aren’t sweet, add a little extra honey.

• Toasting walnuts before topping makes the flavor richer.

• Feta adds a beautiful salty contrast — skip if you want fully sweet.

• For extra creaminess, add a spoon of Greek yogurt when serving.

 Variations:

1. Weight-Loss Friendly

• Use sugar-free honey, date syrup, or zero-cal sweetener.

• Replace walnuts with almonds for fewer calories.

• Skip feta if you’re watching sodium.

2. High-Protein Version

• Serve with ½ cup Greek yogurt.

• Add a scoop of protein granola on top.

3. Vegan Version

• Use maple syrup or agave instead of honey.

• Replace feta with vegan coconut yogurt.

4. Nut-Free Version

• Replace walnuts with pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds.

5. Spiced Dessert Version

• Add nutmeg, ginger, cardamom, or cloves.

Storage:

• Store baked pears in the fridge for 2–3 days.

• Add berries and feta only when serving.

Nutritional Information (per serving, 2 halves)

(Approximate)

• Calories: 245 kcal

• Carbs: 37 g

• Fiber: 6 g

• Protein: 4 g

• Fat: 10 g

• Natural Sugars: 27 g

• Sodium: 110 mg

Low-calorie, high-fiber, very filling.

 Q & A Section

Q: Can I use apples instead of pears?

Yes! Apples work beautifully. Bake 30–35 minutes.

Q: Which pears are best?

Bosc pears hold shape the best. Bartlett becomes softer and juicier.

Q: Can I make this without an oven?

Yes — cook pear halves in a covered nonstick pan for 10–12 minutes on low flame until tender.

Q: Is this good for weight loss?

Yes! High fiber, clean ingredients, no processed sugar, and very satisfying.

Q: Can I use frozen berries?

Yes — thaw and drain excess water before topping