Caramelized Pears with Spiced Ice Cream

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Caramelized Pears with Spiced Ice Cream
71 min.
6
219kcal

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Indulge in the delightful combination of flavors and textures with our Caramelized Pears with Spiced Ice Cream. This exquisite dessert is not only a feast for the eyes but also a treat for the palate, making it the perfect addition to any gathering or special occasion. The sweet, juicy Bosc pears are lovingly caramelized to perfection, creating a warm and inviting dish that pairs beautifully with the creamy, spiced vanilla ice cream.

What sets this recipe apart is its harmonious blend of ingredients. The subtle warmth of allspice or cinnamon enhances the natural sweetness of the pears, while a drizzle of honey and a splash of Riesling add depth and complexity. Each bite is a celebration of flavors, with the rich caramelization contrasting beautifully against the cool, velvety ice cream.

This vegetarian and gluten-free dessert is not only delicious but also easy to prepare, taking just over an hour to create. With a calorie count of 219 per serving, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that everyone can enjoy. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself, these Caramelized Pears with Spiced Ice Cream are sure to impress and satisfy. Get ready to elevate your dessert game and delight your guests with this stunning and scrumptious dish!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons almonds toasted sliced
  •  bosc pear ripe
  • tablespoon butter melted
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground allspice 
  • tablespoons honey 
  • teaspoon juice of lemon 
  • 1.5 cups vanilla ice cream softened reduced-fat
  • cup pear nectar 
  • 0.3 cup pear nectar sweet
  • tablespoon sugar 
  • inch vanilla pod split

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil
  • broiler

Directions

  1. Combine ice cream and allspice in a freezer-safe container; stir well. Cover; freeze 2 hours or until firm.
  2. Preheat oven to 37
  3. Peel and core pears; cut each pear in half lengthwise, leaving stems intact.
  4. Place pears, cut sides down, in a 13 x 9-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray.
  5. Brush pear halves with lemon juice; drizzle with melted butter.
  6. Place pear nectar in a small saucepan. Scrape seeds from vanilla bean; add seeds and bean to nectar. Stir in honey. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
  7. Pour boiling mixture over pears. Cover loosely with foil; bake at 375 for 35 minutes, basting frequently with cooking liquid. Uncover; turn pears over. Stir in wine.
  8. Bake, uncovered, 10 minutes, basting occasionally with cooking liquid.
  9. Remove pears from oven.
  10. Preheat broiler.
  11. While broiler preheats, discard vanilla bean. Turn pears, cut sides down, and sprinkle with sugar. Broil 3 to 5 minutes or until sugar is caramelized (add additional pear nectar, as needed, if liquid boils away).
  12. Remove pears from oven; let stand 5 minutes.
  13. Place pear halves in each of 6 dessert dishes; drizzle cooking liquid evenly over each pear. Top each pear half with 1/4 cup ice cream, and sprinkle each with 1 teaspoon almonds.

Nutrition Facts

Calories219kcal
Protein5.11%
Fat22.33%
Carbs72.56%

Properties

Glycemic Index
45.02
Glycemic Load
12.39
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.9526086993839%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.92mg
Catechin
0.28mg
Epigallocatechin
0.61mg
Epicatechin
3.37mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.15mg
Eriodictyol
0.05mg
Hesperetin
0.12mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
0.35mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.76mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:218.78kcal
10.94%
Fat:5.73g
8.81%
Saturated Fat:2.46g
15.39%
Carbohydrates:41.88g
13.96%
Net Carbohydrates:38.25g
13.91%
Sugar:32.9g
36.56%
Cholesterol:15.28mg
5.09%
Sodium:46.5mg
2.02%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.95g
5.9%
Fiber:3.64g
14.55%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
9.93%
Calcium:82.36mg
8.24%
Copper:0.15mg
7.6%
Vitamin E:1.09mg
7.25%
Manganese:0.14mg
7.23%
Phosphorus:68.42mg
6.84%
Vitamin C:5.25mg
6.36%
Potassium:219.45mg
6.27%
Magnesium:22.46mg
5.62%
Vitamin A:251.85IU
5.04%
Vitamin K:5.17µg
4.92%
Zinc:0.53mg
3.51%
Vitamin B12:0.18µg
3.04%
Iron:0.53mg
2.94%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.85%
Folate:10.9µg
2.73%
Vitamin B5:0.26mg
2.62%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.61%
Vitamin B3:0.39mg
1.97%
Selenium:1.08µg
1.54%
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