30-Minute Caramelized Pear Burrata: A Stunning Holiday Lifesaver
Elevate your dinner party with this fancy-but-easy appetizer featuring caramelized pears and creamy burrata.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 towers 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 firm Bosc or Anjou pears, halved and cored
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon balsamic glaze (plus more for drizzling)
- 8 oz burrata cheese, divided into portions
- ¼ cup pomegranate seeds
- 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios or walnuts
- Fresh thyme sprigs (for garnish)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Caramelize the pears in a skillet with butter, brown sugar, and honey until golden.
- Let the pears cool slightly.
- Place each pear half cut side down on a plate.
- Top with a scoop of burrata.
- Sprinkle with pomegranate seeds, chopped pistachios, and fresh thyme.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze and a pinch of salt before serving.
Notes
- Use firm pears for best results.
- Adjust sweetness by reducing honey if desired.
- Serve immediately for optimal texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tower
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg