Pear Mascarpone Custard
Indulge in the creamy decadence of Pear Mascarpone Custard, a luxurious dessert that blends ripe pears with a rich, velvety custard. This elegant treat combines sweet mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, and a hint of vanilla, creating a silky base that perfectly complements the natural sweetness of sliced pears. Lightly spiced with cinnamon and baked to golden perfection in a water bath, this custard delivers a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture with a delicate aroma. Whether served warm or chilled, it’s the ultimate comfort dessert for any occasion. Top with a dusting of cinnamon or whipped cream for a beautiful finishing touch. Perfect for fall gatherings or as a sophisticated way to end a meal, this dish will captivate any custard or pear lover.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 whole ripe pears
- 250 grams mascarpone cheese
- 200 ml heavy cream
- 200 ml whole milk
- 100 grams granulated sugar
- 3 whole large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Lightly butter a medium-sized baking dish with the unsalted butter.
Peel, core, and slice the pears into thin wedges. Arrange them evenly across the bottom of the buttered baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until the mixture becomes pale and slightly frothy.
Add the mascarpone cheese to the egg mixture and whisk until smooth and well combined.
Slowly pour in the heavy cream and milk, mixing continuously to create a creamy base.
Stir in the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt to enhance the flavor of the custard mixture.
Pour the custard mixture evenly over the arranged pear slices in the baking dish. Ensure the pears are mostly covered, but still slightly visible on top.
Place the baking dish inside a larger roasting pan. Create a water bath by carefully pouring hot water into the roasting pan until it reaches halfway up the sides of the baking dish.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 40 minutes, or until the custard is set and slightly golden on top. A knife inserted near the center should come out clean.
Remove the baking dish from the water bath and let it cool to room temperature. Serve warm or chilled, garnished with a light dusting of cinnamon or a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2876 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 208.4 g | 267% | |
| Saturated Fat | 127.1 g | 636% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1171 mg | 390% | |
| Sodium | 988 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 204.1 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.7 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 161.0 g | ||
| Protein | 37.4 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.3 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 759 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1322 mg | 28% | |
*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.
