Charred Pear Sorbet with Goat Cheese "Snow"

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Charred Pear Sorbet with Goat Cheese "Snow"
45 min.
6
169kcal

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Indulge in a delightful dessert that beautifully marries the sweetness of charred Bosc pears with the creamy tang of goat cheese in our Charred Pear Sorbet with Goat Cheese "Snow." This vegetarian and gluten-free treat is perfect for impressing guests at your next dinner party or simply enjoying a quiet evening at home.

The process begins with the art of charring pears, enhancing their natural sweetness and adding a smoky depth that elevates the flavor profile. Once pureed, the pears transform into a refreshing sorbet that is both light and satisfying. The addition of a unique goat cheese "snow" adds an unexpected twist, providing a creamy texture that contrasts beautifully with the icy sorbet.

To top it all off, we create a delicate meringue infused with aromatic juniper berries, which adds a crunchy element to this elegant dessert. The combination of flavors and textures will leave your taste buds dancing, making this dish a standout finale to any meal.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes and the ability to make components ahead of time, this recipe is as practical as it is delicious. Treat yourself and your loved ones to a dessert that is not only visually stunning but also a celebration of seasonal ingredients. Dive into this culinary adventure and savor every bite of this exquisite Charred Pear Sorbet with Goat Cheese "Snow."

Ingredients

  • large bosc pear unpeeled halved
  • large egg whites 
  • ounces goat cheese fresh crumbled
  •  juniper berries 
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 0.3 cup powdered sugar 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Using an electric mixer on high speed, beatgoat cheese and salt in a small bowl untilcreamy; gradually beat in 1/2 cup water.
  2. Transfer to a shallow baking dish, cover, andfreeze for at least 6 hours. DO AHEAD: Icecan be made 1 week ahead. Keep frozen.
  3. Cook pears in a dry cast-iron skilletover medium heat, turning occasionally,until well charred and just softened, 15-20minutes.
  4. Let cool. Core, coarsely chop,and transfer to a food processor; puréeuntil smooth.
  5. Transfer purée to a mediumbowl and freeze until completely solid, atleast 6 hours. DO AHEAD: Pear sorbet canbe made 1 week ahead. Keep frozen.
  6. Preheat oven to 170°F. Toast juniperberries in a small, dry skillet over mediumheat, stirring often, until fragrant, about3 minutes.
  7. Let cool. Finely grind in spice mill.
  8. Using an electric mixer on mediumspeed, beat egg whites in a medium bowluntil frothy. With motor running, graduallybeat in powdered sugar. Increase speedto high; beat until stiff peaks form, 8-10minutes. Fold in juniper.
  9. Spread meringuein a thin layer on a silicone baking mat orparchment paper-lined large baking sheet.
  10. Bake until meringue is completelyhard and dry in the center, about 4 hours.
  11. Let cool, then break into large pieces.DO AHEAD: Meringue can be made 2 daysahead; store airtight at room temperature.
  12. Let pear sorbet sit at room temperatureuntil soft enough to scoop, about 1 hour.Spoon sorbet onto plates and top withmeringue pieces. Using a fork, scrape goatcheese until it forms powdery snow; sprinkleover meringue.

Nutrition Facts

Calories169kcal
Protein11.72%
Fat21.22%
Carbs67.06%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.13
Glycemic Load
6.82
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.9213042984838%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
3.16mg
Catechin
0.41mg
Epigallocatechin
0.9mg
Epicatechin
5.77mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.26mg
Isorhamnetin
0.46mg
Quercetin
1.29mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:169.14kcal
8.46%
Fat:4.23g
6.5%
Saturated Fat:2.79g
17.43%
Carbohydrates:30.06g
10.02%
Net Carbohydrates:25.31g
9.2%
Sugar:21.72g
24.13%
Cholesterol:8.69mg
2.9%
Sodium:283.27mg
12.32%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.25g
10.51%
Fiber:4.75g
19.01%
Copper:0.27mg
13.36%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.48%
Vitamin C:6.59mg
7.99%
Phosphorus:68.43mg
6.84%
Vitamin K:7.09µg
6.75%
Potassium:200.88mg
5.74%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.72%
Vitamin A:233.57IU
4.67%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.61%
Selenium:2.92µg
4.18%
Calcium:41.22mg
4.12%
Magnesium:14.97mg
3.74%
Iron:0.65mg
3.61%
Folate:13.44µg
3.36%
Vitamin B5:0.22mg
2.25%
Zinc:0.33mg
2.21%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.14%
Vitamin B3:0.34mg
1.7%
Vitamin E:0.22mg
1.45%
Source:Epicurious