Glazed Pears
Indulge in the elegance of Glazed Pears, a dessert that transforms simple, ripe pears into a show-stopping treat. Poached to perfection in a subtly tangy lemon-infused liquid, these tender pears are then bathed in a luxurious caramel glaze made from golden sugar, creamy butter, fragrant vanilla, and a hint of warm cinnamon. Ready in just 35 minutes, this sophisticated yet approachable recipe is perfect for entertaining or an elevated weeknight dessert. Serve these glazed beauties upright with the rich glaze dripping down their sides, and pair them with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an Instagram-worthy presentation that tastes as good as it looks. Perfect for fall or holiday gatherings, this recipe highlights seasonal ingredients and bold flavors, making it a must-try for any dessert lover! Keywords: glazed pears, caramelized pears, poached pears, easy pear dessert, holiday desserts, fall dessert recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 ripe but firm pears (e.g., Anjou or Bartlett)
- 150 grams granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 250 milliliters water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
Peel the pears, leaving the stems intact. Slice off the bottom of each pear slightly to create a flat base so they can stand upright.
In a large skillet or saucepan, combine the water, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Place the peeled pears into the skillet, ensuring they are mostly submerged in the liquid.
Bring the liquid to a simmer over medium heat and cook the pears for 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are tender when pierced with a knife. Remove the pears from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, discard all but 2 to 3 tablespoons of the poaching liquid. Add the granulated sugar and stir over medium heat until it dissolves and begins to caramelize, turning a light amber color (about 3-5 minutes).
Lower the heat slightly and carefully stir in the unsalted butter, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
Return the pears to the skillet, spooning the caramel glaze over each one to coat evenly. Keep cooking and basting the pears with the glaze for 3-5 minutes until they are richly coated.
Remove from heat and let the pears cool slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature, standing upright with additional glaze drizzled over the top. Optionally, pair with whipped cream, ice cream, or a sprinkle of nuts.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1296 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.9 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.0 g | 105% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 162 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 260.6 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.7 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 218.9 g | ||
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 103 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 863 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
