Pears with Maple Syrup Pecans and Cranberries Microwave
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweetness and warmth with this quick and elegant dessert: Pears with Maple Syrup Pecans and Cranberries, made conveniently in the microwave. Juicy, ripe pears are halved and filled with a luscious mixture of buttery pecans, tangy dried cranberries, rich maple syrup, and a hint of cinnamon, creating a fragrant and irresistible flavor combination. Lightly steamed to tender perfection in just a few minutes, this recipe is an effortless way to create a gourmet treat for two. Serve these warm, caramelized pears on their own, or elevate them further with a dollop of whipped cream or a swirl of vanilla yogurt. Ready in under 10 minutes, this quick dessert is perfect for weeknight indulgence or even an unexpected dinner party wow-factor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 ripe pears
- 3 tablespoons chopped pecans
- 2 tablespoons dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoons butter
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Wash and halve the pears lengthwise. Use a spoon to core and scoop out a small cavity in the center of each half.
Place the pear halves cut side up in a microwave-safe dish. Add 2 tablespoons of water to the bottom of the dish to help steam the pears as they cook.
In a small bowl, mix the chopped pecans, dried cranberries, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, and butter. Stir to coat the pecans and cranberries evenly.
Spoon an equal amount of the pecan-cranberry mixture into the cavity of each pear half.
Cover the dish with microwave-safe plastic wrap or a microwave-safe lid. Cook the pears in the microwave on high power for 3-4 minutes, or until the pears are tender when pierced with a fork. Cooking time may vary depending on the microwave wattage.
Carefully remove the dish from the microwave and let the pears rest for 1-2 minutes before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy as is, or garnish with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla yogurt if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
335 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.2 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 11 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 33 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.2 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.7 g | ||
| Protein | 2.0 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 32 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 102 mg | 2% | |
*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.
