Maple Cinnamon Pear Bites

These are the perfect holiday bites to serve at your next party - for a light appetizer, healthy snack or dessert! Cinnamon, pears, creamy cheese and maple syrup...what more is there to love!

Prep time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 3 ripe pears, chopped

• Juice from half a lemon

• 1 cup chopped walnuts

• 3 tbsp pure maple syrup

• 1 tsp cinnamon

• 1 small package of plain goat cheese, softened (can also use plain whipped cream cheese – it spreads easier)

• Whole grain baguette, sliced

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, add pears and squeeze lemon juice on top to prevent browning. Toss well.

2. Add walnuts, maple syrup, and cinnamon. Stir all ingredients together.

3. Spread cheese onto a slice of baguette.

4. Spoon pear mixture on top of cheese.

5. Enjoy!

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