Rice 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 — almost. The compote comes together in a single saucepan, where blueberries, honey, lemon zest, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, ground ginger, and a touch of Ceylon cinnamon bubble down into something jammy, fragrant, and deeply satisfying. Once it cools slightly, it's the perfect spoonable consistency to nestle between crisp, juicy pear rounds. A quick toss of the pear slices in lemon juice keeps everything bright and fresh while you assemble. The whole thing is naturally grain-free and built entirely from fruit, honey, and spice — no fillers, no starches, nothing that sneaks rice in through the back door. Finish with a drizzle of extra honey and a few torn mint leaves if you want to take it from snack to showstopper. It's light, vibrant, and genuinely fun to build and eat.
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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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