Super fast donut with chocolate and pears
- ieatitaly
Chocolate Pears
651
Calories per serving
- Energy Kcal 651
- Carbohydrates g 94.1
- of which sugars g 94.1
- Protein g 6
- Fats g 27.9
- of which saturated fat g 15.32
- Fiber g 4.6
- Cholesterol mg 186
- Sodium mg 43
- Gluten Free
- Vegetarian
- Difficulty: Easy
- Prep time: 20 min
- Cook time: 30 min
- Serving: 4
- Cost: Low
- Note + cooling time in the fridge (about 1 h)
PRESENTATION
Pears with chocolate, oh man, it's a classic French dessert that's been loved for ages. Really, ages. Especially around the festive season. You know, the combo of sweet pears and rich chocolate is just perfect. It’s like a harmonious duo fitting right in on Christmas Eve or New Year’s. This dish has a rich history—way back when chocolate first hit Europe—and blended so seamlessly with traditional fruit recipes.
A splash of Moscato or some other delicate white wine? Super tasty. It adds this juicy, grown-up twist to the dessert. And seriously, this touch enhances the moist texture and the deep flavors of both fruit and chocolate. Loved across France for sure, it flaunts those French roots with every simple yet impressive serving. Perfect for family gatherings.
The chocolate pear recipe is a real favorite at holiday parties and dinners. But it’s lighter than those heavy cakes but still rich and satisfying. The golden pears soak up just enough wine to become soft and flavorful, while the chocolate melts over them. It is dreamy every time. And look, whether you poach, roast, or bake them, these pears rock that baked pears with chocolate combo. And everyone comes back for more. Can't go wrong.
Some might call it an easy pear dessert, but it’s packed with tradition and flavor. Really feels more special than it sounds. Whether you like something crispy on the outside or totally smooth, this pear and chocolate combo never fails to bring that festive vibe. Fits right into grand French celebrations and is just as awesome for a cozy home meal. No question. That’s why the pear chocolate dessert stays super popular in households across France, offering a taste of history and celebration in every bite. Seriously good stuff.
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INGREDIENTS
651
Calories per serving
- For the vanilla sauce
- Egg yolks 2 - (of medium eggs)
- Fresh liquid cream ½ cup (125 ml)
- Whole milk 2 ½ tbsp (37.5 ml)
- Vanilla bean ½
- Sugar 9 tsp (37.5 g)
- For the chocolate sauce
- Dark chocolate 3.5 oz (100 g)
- Water 1 oz (30 ml)
- Fresh liquid cream 2 tbsp (30 g)
Preparation
How to prepare Chocolate Pears
First, prepare the Vanilla Sauce: pour the cream and milk into a saucepan; cut the half vanilla bean lengthwise, scrape out the seeds, and add them to the cream and milk along with the vanilla bean. Heat the mixture for at least 20 minutes on low heat 1. Separately, beat the egg yolks with the sugar 2 until they become a frothy cream, then slowly pour in the milk and cream while straining through a sieve 3.
Mix the two mixtures with a whisk 4 and place everything back on the heat 5; thicken the sauce on low heat without bringing it to a boil (it should not exceed 181°F). When ready, place it in a large bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Once cold, you can transfer it to a container with a spout 6.
Now prepare the syrup by pouring the sugar 7 and water 8 into a saucepan. Dissolve the sugar and bring the mixture to a simmer 9.
Peel the pears 10, keeping the stem and bottom intact, then immerse them in the syrup 11 and cook over medium heat for about 20-25 minutes until they are tender but still firm. Drain them on a tray lined with paper towels 12.
Pat the pears dry with kitchen paper to dry them completely 13, then cover them with plastic wrap 14 and place them in the fridge for at least 1 hour. Remove the paper and cover them with plastic wrap and cool in the fridge for an hour. Meanwhile, prepare the chocolate sauce: chop the dark chocolate with a knife and place it in a bowl; heat the water and pour it slowly over the chocolate, stirring with a whisk to prevent lumps 15.
Add the warm cream 16, continue stirring with the whisk 17 until you obtain a smooth sauce 18.
Take the pears, remove the stem 19 and the bottom of the pears, remove the core 20, and cut into slices about 1/4 inch thick 21.
Pour the vanilla sauce as a mirror on the serving plate 22, add a teaspoon of syrup if you prefer, and place the pear slices on top 23, then decorate with the still warm chocolate sauce 34 and serve your chocolate pears!
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