Directions
Baked Pears with Fresh Burrata
Dessert fruit that reaches true excellence when paired with fresh cheese – burrata. This unexpected yet perfectly balanced combination of flavors creates an elegant dessert that leaves guests with the impression that it was prepared by a true kitchen professional.
This dessert is simple to prepare, served chilled, and not only delicious but also a healthy choice.
For best results, use a firm pear variety such as Santa Maria, as it is less juicy and holds its shape well during baking without releasing excess liquid.
Ingredients (Serves 2)
- 2 pears (Santa Maria)
- 1 small fresh burrata
- 30 g butter, cut into cubes
- 2 tablespoons sugar (or brown sugar)
- 2 tablespoons honey
For decoration:
- 50 g chopped walnuts
- 50 g chopped dried cranberries
- Fresh mint leaves
Preparation
Slice each pear horizontally into three pieces, about 2 cm thick (or four slices if the pears are larger). Arrange the slices on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Place a cube of butter on each slice and sprinkle with sugar.
Bake at 180°C (350°F) for about 25 minutes, checking occasionally. The pears should be tender but not overbaked.
Once baked, allow the pears to cool completely.
Assembly & Serving
Place one slice of pear on a dessert plate as the base and add a small amount of fresh burrata on top. Repeat with the remaining slices, using a moderate amount of burrata and only a little of the creamy stracciatella to maintain structure.
Drizzle each pear slice with a teaspoon of honey, sprinkle with chopped walnuts and dried cranberries, and finish with fresh mint leaves.
Enjoy this refined yet effortless dessert! 
