Golden Pears
Transform simple pears into an elegant dessert with this recipe for Golden Pears! Perfectly poached in a fragrant blend of sugar, water, and zesty lemon juice, these pears are delicately infused with flavor before being glazed in a luscious cinnamon-vanilla caramel sauce. With a prep time of just 10 minutes, this sophisticated treat is surprisingly easy to make and sure to impress at any dinner party or holiday gathering. Serve them warm or at room temperature, garnished with fresh mint leaves for a touch of freshness, and elevate the experience with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Whether you’re hosting or indulging yourself, these Golden Pears are destined to be a standout dessert on your table. Perfect for fans of poached fruit, caramel desserts, and classic comfort food with a gourmet twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces ripe but firm pears
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 4 leaves fresh mint leaves
Instructions
Peel the pears, leaving the stems intact, and remove the core from the bottom using a small paring knife or melon baller.
In a medium saucepan, combine water, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Heat over medium heat and stir until the sugar dissolves, about 3-4 minutes.
Gently place the pears into the sugar-water mixture. Ensure they are mostly submerged. Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer and poach the pears for 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking. The pears should be tender but not mushy.
Carefully remove the pears from the saucepan and set aside on a plate. Increase the heat to medium-high and let the poaching liquid simmer until it thickens into a light syrup, about 5-7 minutes.
Add butter, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon into the syrup, whisking until fully incorporated. This will create the caramel glaze.
Return the pears to the saucepan and spoon the glaze over them to fully coat. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, basting frequently.
Transfer the glazed pears to individual serving plates and drizzle any remaining sauce over them. Garnish each plate with a fresh mint leaf for a pop of color and freshness.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Optionally, pair with vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1393 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.3 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.4 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 27 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 311.9 g | 113% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.9 g | 89% | |
| Total Sugars | 269.4 g | ||
| Protein | 2.9 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 120 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 888 mg | 19% | |
*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.
