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    Home > Appetizers and Beverages > Pear Blue Cheese Crostini with Honey and Walnuts

    Pear Blue Cheese Crostini with Honey and Walnuts

    Published: Mar 5, 2014 · Modified: Sep 15, 2022 by Lea Ann Brown · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Pear honey and blue cheese crostini

    Pear and Blue Cheese Crostini. Toasted ciabatta, with crumbled blue cheese, sliced pears and toasted walnuts. Finished with a drizzle of honey = bliss. Easy to put together this appetizer will give your next party a gourmet feel.

    Toasted crostini topped with pear, blue cheese walnuts and honey.

    Pear and Blue Cheese Should Get Married

    In my little humble foodie opinion, pears and blue cheese are classic flavor partners. The sweet crunch of a perfectly ripe pear combined with salty, creamy, savory blue cheese = bliss.

    One of my favorite things for a simple appetizer is to place a wedge of blue cheese, alongside some sliced pears and crackers. Try it, it makes a great snack.

    Blue Cheese, Bleu Cheese or Gorgonzola?

    Bleu cheese (French term), or blue cheese (Americanized spelling) is a category of cheese that contains the mold Penicillium. Gorgonzola is a specific type of blue cheese from Northern Italy.

    Both are used extensively in cooking and are very popular with wine and food. Gorgonzola has a unique taste and appearance. Both blue cheese or gorgonzola will work beautifully for this appetizer.

    And are a perfect cheese pairing for pears. Both are sharp and salty with a strong smell. It’s delightfully funky.

    Pear Blue Cheese Appetizer

    Toasted ciabatta or a baguette, topped with crumbled blue cheese, sliced pears, more crumbled blue cheese and toasted walnuts. And finished with a drizzle of honey. Oh my goodness.

    Presentation Tip: Slice your baguette diagonally. This will give the bread a larger and more elegant appearance.

    It’s easy to make.

    • Preheat your oven by turning on the broiler.
    • Slice the bread and pop it into a toaster for a light browning.
    • Place the pieces of toast on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
    • Smear the toast generously with blue cheese.
    • Top with a thin (lengthwise) slice of pear, and crumble on some more blue cheese. Place it under the broiler until the cheese is bubbly.
    • Remove the baking sheet and sprinkle on some chopped walnuts.
    • Return to the broiler just long enough to heat the walnuts.
    • Watch closely so the walnuts don’t burn.
    • Remove from oven and immediately drizzle with honey.

    Recipe for Blue Cheese Pear and Honey Crostini

    Absolutely perfect little appetizer to serve at a wine tasting party. Pears take on a new character when combined with cheese and wine. A crisp glass of champagne is fabulous with this.

    More recipes using pears

    • Creme Fraiche Cranberry Pear Tart
    • Fresh Crispy Pear Salad
    • French Pear Tart
    • Pear and Walnut Salad
    • Pear Risotto with Peppered Steak

    And if you’re looking for more party appetizer recipes, don’t miss my Appetizer Category. You’ll find a ton of great ideas, including one of the most popular appetizer recipes on my site for Caramelized Onion Tart.

    Pear Blue Cheese appetizer

    Pear Blue Cheese Honey Crostini with Walnuts

    An easy and elegant pear appetizer recipe. Perfect for your next wine tasting party or dinner party.
    5 from 20 votes
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    Course: Appetizer Recipes
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 30 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 282kcal
    Author: Lea Ann Brown

    Ingredients

    • 1 loaf Ciabatta sliced 1/4 inch thick, or baguette
    • 8 ounces Blue Cheese crumbled
    • 2 pears sliced
    • 1/2 cup walnuts chopped
    • 3 tablespoons honey
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    Instructions

    • Preheat your oven by turning on the broiler.
    • Slice the bread and pop it into a toaster for a light browning.
    • Place the pieces of toast on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, smear the toast generously with blue cheese.
    • Top with a thin (lengthwise) slice of pear, crumble on some more blue cheese and place it under the broiler until the cheese is bubbly.
    • Remove the baking sheet and sprinkle on some chopped walnuts.
    • Return to the broiler just long enough to heat the walnuts. Watch closely so the walnuts don't burn. This will only take a few seconds.
    • Remove from oven and immediately drizzle with honey.
    • Serve immediately on your favorite serving platter.

    Notes

    This recipe works well if you can find a thin, flat loaf of ciabatta. A baguette also works well for this recipe. Just find a baguette that is thick enough to hold a sliced pear.
    If you’re not a fan of blue cheese, try Brie.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 282kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 588mg | Potassium: 191mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 227IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 185mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Pear and Blue Cheese Crostini …It’s what’s for an Appetizer.

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Lise LeBlanc says

      September 30, 2018 at 1:58 pm

      This looks just mouthwatering to me! I have to make it! Thanks for the inspiration and excuse to have have champagne!

      Reply
    2. Roxy | Roxy's Kitchen says

      March 23, 2014 at 10:07 pm

      Oh my, this looks mouth watering! Never had a cheese & pear combination but would love to try out this recipe one day… very elegant appetizer for a party 🙂

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        March 29, 2014 at 8:53 am

        Thanks so much for stopping in the the comment. We really liked this one. Let me know if you give it a try.

        Reply
    3. Coffee and Crumpets says

      March 10, 2014 at 7:29 pm

      My mouth was watering as I was reading your post! I agree, blue cheese and pears are a perfect combination!

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        March 11, 2014 at 6:20 am

        Thanks Nazneen. My work is done. 🙂

        Reply
    4. Rocky Mountain Woman says

      March 10, 2014 at 3:55 pm

      I love that flavor profile – actually I make pear/blue cheese salad all the time…

      Need to make this one soon!

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        March 11, 2014 at 6:17 am

        I have a pear and blue cheese salad that I love. Wonder why I’ve not made it recently? Thanks for the reminder RMW. 🙂

        Reply
    5. Catherine says

      March 09, 2014 at 1:05 pm

      Dear LeeAnn, I agree. Pears and such go so well with the blue cheese saltiness. It is a wonderful combo.
      I would love to enjoy this appetizer.
      Blessings dear. Catherine xo

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        March 11, 2014 at 6:07 am

        Thanks Catherine.

        Reply
    6. Cathy at Wives with Knives says

      March 08, 2014 at 7:24 am

      What a great combination of flavors! I would love this appetizer, Lea Ann. Thanks for introducing me to Drizzle and Dip. Have a great weekend.

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        March 08, 2014 at 12:01 pm

        Thanks Cathy, Drizzle and Drip is a great blog.

        Reply
    7. Susan says

      March 06, 2014 at 4:43 pm

      A delightful match, indeed! I am the only one in my family that enjoys the taste of bleu cheese. I even like Stilton if it’s paired with pears 🙂 What a delicious appetizer,

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        March 08, 2014 at 6:09 am

        I served this to my God Daughter when she was here and she took a couple of bites and announced she didn’t like blue cheese. I forget it is a strong flavor a not all will like it like we do. darn it. 🙂

        Reply
    8. Nancy says

      March 06, 2014 at 12:21 pm

      This looks amazing! and nice photo!

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        March 08, 2014 at 6:08 am

        Thanks Nancy.

        Reply
    9. Pam says

      March 06, 2014 at 9:24 am

      Oh my. These crostini look heavenly! I could eat just this for dinner and be perfectly happy.

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        March 08, 2014 at 6:08 am

        I agree Pam, it is a hearty appetizer.

        Reply
    10. Larry says

      March 06, 2014 at 7:18 am

      I’ve never had these together but like all of the flavors so believe I could go for it.

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        March 08, 2014 at 6:08 am

        You must give it a try Larry.

        Reply
    11. Vickie says

      March 06, 2014 at 6:08 am

      What a beautiful post! And I heartily agree about pears and blue cheese. Such perfection! Your blog is amazing, Lea Ann!

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        March 08, 2014 at 6:07 am

        Thanks Vickie.

        Reply
    12. Lea Ann Brown says

      March 06, 2014 at 5:51 am

      Love is Ansh. We need another get together don’t we.

      Reply
    13. Jenn says

      March 06, 2014 at 5:22 am

      Sounds like a great appetizer… or honesty, I could make a meal out of it!!!

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        March 06, 2014 at 5:50 am

        Jenn, with just the two of us, we did make a meal out of it.

        Reply
    14. Sam @ My Carolina Kitchen says

      March 06, 2014 at 4:44 am

      Very sophisticated appetizer Lea Ann and I too think pears and blue cheese go together very well. I could almost make this my dinner 🙂
      Sam

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        March 06, 2014 at 5:50 am

        Thanks Sam. For the two of us, it was dinner. And with some wine …. yum.

        Reply
    15. Yvette (Muy Bueno) says

      March 05, 2014 at 7:35 pm

      Sounds like a winning combo and one I will try! I love crostinis for party food. Speaking of parties — I’m ready for another one 😉

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        March 06, 2014 at 5:51 am

        Thanks Yvette. Yes another gathering is in order.

        Reply
    16. cheri says

      March 05, 2014 at 4:10 pm

      I just about swooned when I saw the title of your post. This looks gorgeous!

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        March 06, 2014 at 5:52 am

        Thanks so much Cheri.

        Reply
    17. Mick says

      March 05, 2014 at 3:42 pm

      Well done, a great dish and what a picture! You’re getting so artsy, I love it!

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        March 06, 2014 at 5:52 am

        Thanks Chef Mick! Always love a compliment from you.

        Reply
    18. Debra says

      March 05, 2014 at 3:40 pm

      I hardily concur! What a beautiful and easy appetizer. (One of our favorite restaurants does a pear and fig and Gorgonzola flat bread that is out of this world!)

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        March 06, 2014 at 5:52 am

        ok, I’ve got to make that flatbread.

        Reply
    19. Holly says

      March 05, 2014 at 3:10 pm

      That is one of my favorite combinations too. I tested out a possible Pillsbury entry the other day with pears and nuts– I was trying to get the idea of a cheese platter into a dessert form like a tart. Still going to keep working on it! I am happily eating my results of all this recipe testing. : ) Your dish looks wonderful!

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        March 06, 2014 at 5:53 am

        I love your idea. I’ll be interested to see what comes out of your kitchen.

        Reply
    20. John@Kitchen Riffs says

      March 05, 2014 at 1:32 pm

      I agree that pears and blue cheese work so well together. This dish is inspired! Thanks.

      Reply
      • Lea Ann Brown says

        March 06, 2014 at 5:53 am

        Thanks John.

        Reply
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