Cheesy Pears

Prep: 10 min Serves: 4

Creamy, sweet pears topped with a cheesy blend and a hint of vanilla make this delightful dessert perfect for elegant gatherings or a simple treat.

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Ingredients

  • 29 oz. can pear halves, drained
  • 3 oz. package cream cheese
  • 2 tsp. sugar
  • 1/2 tsp. vanilla
  • apricot or other favorite preserves

Instructions

  1. Arrange pear halves, cut side up, on a glass serving plate or shallow dish.
  2. Microwave cream cheese in a glass bowl for 15 to 30 seconds or until softened.
  3. Stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  4. Blend in sugar and vanilla until well combined.
  5. Serve the pear halves topped with the cream cheese mixture and a spoonful of preserves if desired.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

183 kcal 9% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 2.4g 5% DV
Total Fat 7.4g 9% DV
Carbs 13.4g 5% DV
Fiber 1.1g 4% DV
Sugar 7.2g 14% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 115.5mg 5% DV
Potassium 143.5mg 3% DV
Cholesterol 22.5mg 8% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 79.5mcg 9% DV
Vitamin C 16.5mg 18% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg 1% DV
Calcium 29.3mg 2% DV
Iron 0.5mg 3% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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