Red Hot Cinnamon Pear Sundaes
Indulge in the sweet and spicy harmony of Red Hot Cinnamon Pear Sundaes, a dazzling dessert that blends tender, syrupy pears with the fiery kick of red cinnamon candies. This easy-to-make recipe transforms simple ripe pears into a caramelized masterpiece, simmered in a buttery cinnamon syrup that bursts with nostalgic flavor. Served warm over velvety scoops of vanilla ice cream and crowned with whipped cream, chopped pecans, and a hint of ground cinnamon, each spoonful offers layers of comforting decadence. Perfect for enhancing cozy fall evenings or wowing at any dinner party, these sundaes are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Don’t forget to top with a bright maraschino cherry for a playful finishing touch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole ripe pears
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 0.5 cup red cinnamon candies
- 4 scoops vanilla ice cream
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 0.25 cup chopped pecans
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 4 whole maraschino cherries (optional)
Instructions
Peel the pears, slice them in half, and remove the cores using a small spoon or melon baller. Slice each half into thin wedges.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the granulated sugar and cook until the mixture begins to bubble and turn golden, about 2 minutes.
Add the water to the skillet and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer.
Stir in the red cinnamon candies. Continue stirring until the candies have fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
Add the pear slices to the skillet, ensuring they are evenly coated with the cinnamon syrup. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pears are tender but not mushy.
Remove the skillet from the heat and let the mixture cool slightly for 2-3 minutes.
To assemble the sundaes, place a scoop of vanilla ice cream into each dessert bowl or serving glass.
Spoon the warm cinnamon pears and syrup over the ice cream, dividing evenly among the servings.
Top each sundae with a dollop of whipped cream, a sprinkle of chopped pecans, and a light dusting of ground cinnamon.
Optionally, garnish each sundae with a maraschino cherry before serving. Serve immediately and enjoy this sweet, spicy treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1596 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.9 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.1 g | 210% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 219 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 232 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 210.3 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.0 g | 96% | |
| Total Sugars | 154.9 g | ||
| Protein | 14.9 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 452 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1504 mg | 32% | |
*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.
