Almond Free Blueberry-Lemon Pear Snack Stacks
Fresh pear slices layered with a warm blueberry compote make for a snack that feels almost too pretty to eat — but you absolutely should. The compote comes together in under ten minutes on the stovetop, with blueberries, honey, lemon zest, a hint of ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon melting into a glossy, spoonable jam that smells incredible. Tossing the pear slices in a little fresh lemon juice keeps everything bright and prevents browning while you wait for the compote to cool. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from tree nuts, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress involved. The stacked presentation looks impressive enough for a gathering but is genuinely simple to pull off at home. A drizzle of extra honey and a few torn mint leaves at the end take it from casual snack to something you'd proudly set out for guests.
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4 servings
For the blueberry compote
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp lemon zest (from about ½ lemon)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ⅛ tsp ceylon cinnamon
For the stacks
- 2 large ripe but firm pears (such as bartlett or bosc), cored and sliced ¼-inch thick
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
For serving
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
- 1 tsp fresh mint leaves, torn (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the blueberries, 1 tbsp honey, lemon zest, 1 tbsp lemon juice, ground ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the blueberries burst and the mixture thickens to a loose jam consistency, about 6–8 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes until slightly thickened but still spoonable.
- 2
While the compote cools, arrange the pear slices on a cutting board or plate and toss gently with 1 tsp lemon juice to prevent browning.
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