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Chestnut Honey-Baked Pears Stuffed With Mascarpone

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This elegant dessert transforms firm Bosc pears into a tender, aromatic treat. Poached in a fragrant syrup of dry white wine, chestnut honey, cinnamon, and fresh vanilla, the pears absorb deep, warm flavors while maintaining their shape. The natural sweetness of the chestnut honey pairs beautifully with the earthy notes of the spice. Once baked until the skins are slightly crinkly, each pear is filled with a rich, silky mascarpone cream sweetened with a touch more honey. The result is a luxurious balance of textures: the soft, cooked fruit, the creamy filling, and the glossy, spiced syrup. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a sophisticated weekend dinner, this dish feels special yet approachable.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 57.0
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian
Description
This elegant dessert transforms firm Bosc pears into a tender, aromatic treat. Poached in a fragrant syrup of dry white wine, chestnut honey, cinnamon, and fresh vanilla, the pears absorb deep, warm flavors while maintaining their shape. The natural sweetness of the chestnut honey pairs beautifully with the earthy notes of the spice. Once baked until the skins are slightly crinkly, each pear is filled with a rich, silky mascarpone cream sweetened with a touch more honey. The result is a luxurious balance of textures: the soft, cooked fruit, the creamy filling, and the glossy, spiced syrup. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a sophisticated weekend dinner, this dish feels special yet approachable.
Ingredients
  • 4 Ripe But firm bosc pears,
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat your oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
  2. 2
    In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup dry white wine, 1/4 cup chestnut honey, 1/2 cup water, 2 cinnamon sticks, the zest of 1 lemon, and the seeds and pod of 1 vanilla bean.
  3. 3
    Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the honey.
  4. 4
    Pour the hot poaching liquid into a baking dish large enough to hold the pears upright in a single layer.
  5. 5
    Using a melon baller or apple corer, carefully remove the core from the base of each pear, keeping the stems intact.
  6. 6
    Trim a small circle of skin from the base of each pear so they sit flat, then place them upright in the baking dish in the liquid.
  7. 7
    Bake for 25 to 35 minutes, basting the pears with the syrup every 5 to 7 minutes, until tender and the skins are slightly crinkly.
  8. 8
    Remove the pears from the oven and let them cool in the liquid for 10 minutes.
  9. 9
    In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese and 1 tablespoon chestnut honey until smooth.
  10. 10
    Transfer the mascarpone mixture to a pastry bag or zip-top bag with the corner snipped off.
  11. 11
    Fill each pear cavity with the mascarpone mixture.
  12. 12
    Serve the pears warm, drizzled generously with the reserved poaching syrup.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 57.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.1g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 15.0g5%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g13%
Sugars 9.8g
Protein 0.4g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chestnut, honey, pears, mascarpone, poached, baked, dessert, vanilla, cinnamon, wine, fruit, stuffed, christmas, holiday, glazed, cream, spiced, boiling, simmering, italian
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