Walnut Free Blueberry-Lemon Pear Snack Stacks
These little stacks are as pretty as they are delicious — juicy pear slices layered with a warm blueberry compote that's bright with lemon zest, fresh ginger, and a whisper of Ceylon cinnamon. The compote comes together in under ten minutes on the stovetop, bursting into a loose, spoonable jam that clings perfectly between each pear slice. A touch of honey ties everything together, and the optional torn mint on top makes the whole thing look like something from a fancy café spread. Every single ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from tree nut concerns, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress involved. It's the kind of snack that works equally well as an after-school bite, a light dessert, or an impressive addition to a brunch table. The lemon juice toss keeps the pear slices fresh and bright while you assemble, which means these come together quickly and still look stunning when you serve them.
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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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