Warm Caramel Pears
Indulge in the cozy, autumnal flavors of Warm Caramel Pears, a simple yet elegant dessert perfect for any occasion. This recipe transforms ripe pears into a tender, golden masterpiece by poaching them in a rich, buttery caramel sauce infused with vanilla and a hint of cinnamon. The luscious homemade caramel, made with just a handful of pantry staples, gets a velvety finish with the addition of warm heavy cream. Ready in under 40 minutes, this dish pairs beautifully with optional toppings like whipped cream or crunchy chopped nuts for added texture and decadence. Whether served as a comforting weeknight treat or a sophisticated finale to a dinner party, Warm Caramel Pears are guaranteed to delight. Perfectly tender pears, luxurious caramel, and easy preparation make this recipe a must-try for fruit dessert lovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces ripe pears
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons water
- to taste optional toppings (e.g., chopped nuts or whipped cream)
Instructions
Peel the pears and slice them in half lengthwise. Remove the core using a melon baller or spoon while keeping the stem intact for presentation.
In a large skillet or sauté pan set over medium heat, melt the butter and sugar together, stirring occasionally, until the mixture becomes golden and begins to bubble.
Add the water to the pan and gently stir to incorporate. Place the pear halves cut side down into the caramel mixture.
Cook the pears for 8-10 minutes, occasionally spooning the caramel sauce over them to ensure even cooking and coating. Carefully flip the pears and cook for another 8-10 minutes on the other side, until tender.
While the pears are cooking, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over low heat until just warm (do not boil). Gradually whisk the warm cream into the caramel sauce, stirring until smooth.
Stir in the vanilla extract and ground cinnamon, then remove the pan from heat.
To serve, place two pear halves on each plate and drizzle generously with the warm caramel sauce. Add optional toppings, such as chopped nuts or whipped cream, for added texture and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2538 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 141.2 g | 181% | |
| Saturated Fat | 81.4 g | 407% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 374 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 117 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 319.1 g | 116% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.3 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 274.5 g | ||
| Protein | 4.8 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 105 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 898 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.
