18 Juicy Pear Dishes That’ll Make You a True Pear Believer
If pears haven’t earned a starring role in your kitchen yet, these recipes are here to change that. From caramelized desserts to savory, pears bring a juicy, subtle sweetness that transforms every bite. These 18 dishes show off just how versatile—and downright delicious—this underrated fruit can be. Get ready to look at pears in a whole new (mouthwatering) way!
Bacon, Pear, and Fig Grilled Cheese
Asking yourself what should I make for dinner? Consider this Bacon, Pear and, Fig Grilled Cheese recipe is a mouthwatering combination of savory and sweet. Ready in just 10 minutes, it is perfect for a quick dinner or weekend lunch.
Pear Salad with Candied Walnuts
You’ll be sure to impress your family and friends with this amazing Pear Salad recipe. A tasty treat that is perfect as a supper idea, a light lunch and as a meatless entree option.
Radicchio Salad
Try this vibrant radicchio salad, the perfect side dish! Sweet pears, crunchy almonds, tangy goat cheese, and a bright citrus vinaigrette dress up a colorful bed of greens.
Quick and Easy Pear and Goat Cheese Tart
This Pear and Goat Cheese Tart is sweet and savory with a flaky and buttery puff pastry crust! A mixture of creamy and tangy goat and cream cheeses, sweet pears, fresh thyme and a drizzle of honey makes this the most delicious fall appetizer or dessert!
Slow Cooker Pear Cider
If you’re looking for a delicious seasonal beverage to serve at your next holiday party, you’ll want to make a batch (or two) of this Slow Cooker Pear Cider. Made with fresh pears, apple cider, maple syrup, and tasty warm spices, this cider is quick and easy to make.
Pear and Pecan Salad
This Pear and Pecan Salad is full of fresh, seasonal flavors and a variety of textures. It’s exactly the fall or winter salad you’re looking for whether it’s for a holiday dinner or to accompany a weeknight meal.
Green Salad with Pumpkin Seed (Pepita) Dressing
Green salad doesn’t have to be boring. Nope. I’ve made this recipe extra special with slices of pear and apple, plus a super-easy, tasty pumpkin seed (pepita) dressing. This is my go-to summer salad.
Korean Beef Tacos (Bulgogi)
Korean Beef Tacos are made with tender bulgogi beef for a fantastic mash-up of Korean, American, and Mexican cuisine all in one delicious, flavor-packed fusion dish.
PEAR OVERNIGHT OATS
Pear Overnight Oats are a delightful blend of rolled oats soaked in milk or yogurt overnight, infused with the sweet and subtle flavor of fresh diced pears. This wholesome, convenient, and healthy breakfast option offers a creamy texture and a burst of fruity goodness to start your day.
Instant Pot Apple & Pear Cider
Instant Pot Apple & Pear Cider is a fun and festive holiday drink that will warm you from the inside out! Plus it makes you house smell divine!
Pear Oatmeal Bars
These Pear Oatmeal Bars are vegan, gluten-free, and 100% fruit sweetened, with no added sugar.
PEAR AND CURRY BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP
This simple butternut squash soup gets an incredible burst of flavor from fresh pears and a bit of curry powder. Pears, squash, and curry might sound like an unusual combination – but trust us when we tell you these flavors blend together beautifully for an elegant (but easy!) curry squash soup that’s perfect for fall.
Best Winter Salad
Best Winter Salad is so delicious and easy to make any day of the week! We love this hearty salad full of apples, pears, pomegranate, maple cinnamon almonds and a light, tangy dressing!
Chai Spiced Fall Sangria
Chai Spiced Fall Sangria is so festive and packed full of Autumn flavors! You’ll love this easy sangria with wine, orange liqueur, and spiced up apple cider!
Apricot Pear Crostini
This Pear and Apricot Crostini recipe is one of the best appetizer recipes out there. Be ready to be the star of the party when you serve these at your next get together!
French pear cake
This French-style pear cake is a wonderful combination of tender-crumb cake and juicy chunks of pear. It’s easy to make and perfect just as it is for a snack or dressed up for dessert.
Brown Butter Pear & Fig Baked Brie
This savory-sweet Brown Butter Pear & Fig Baked Brie is elegant, comforting, and sure to be the hit of any holiday or cold weather party! Figs, caramelized pears, pecans, and a little sweetness bring out the best in your favorite soft cheese.
Dutch Pear Pie
This Dutch Pear Pie is a warm, wonderful pie filled with Fall’s other sweet, juicy and often overlooked fruit. It’s delicately spiced with grated nutmeg and topped with a buttery-sweet streusel crumb topping.
