Poached Pear Sundaes

Gluten Free
Health score
6%
Poached Pear Sundaes
45 min.
6
491kcal

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Indulge your senses with our delightful Poached Pear Sundaes, the perfect gluten-free dessert that combines elegance with simplicity. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or treating yourself after a long day, this dessert is sure to impress and satisfy. Imagine juicy, ripe pears gently poached in a warm, aromatic mixture of apple juice, maple syrup, and vanilla, infusing each bite with a touch of sweetness and warmth.

As you sink your spoon into the creamy, dreamy pralines-and-cream ice cream atop the tender pears, you’ll experience a harmonious blend of flavors that dance on your palate. The rich, velvety chocolate sauce, made from semisweet and unsweetened chocolate, adds a luscious finish, while the toasted almonds provide a delightful crunch that contrasts beautifully with the smooth textures.

With a total preparation and cooking time of just 45 minutes, you can easily create this stunning dish that serves six lucky guests or keeps your cravings satisfied throughout the week. Each bite is not only a treat for your taste buds but also a feast for your eyes, with the vibrant colors and elegant presentation. So why wait? Gather the ingredients and elevate your dessert game with these Poached Pear Sundaes that promise to leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons almonds toasted chopped
  • 0.5 cup apple juice 
  • cups whipped cream 
  • teaspoons juice of lemon 
  • cup maple syrup divided
  • tablespoon butter 
  • large pears ripe
  • ounce bittersweet chocolate chopped
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • ounce baker's chocolate unsweetened chopped
  •  vanilla pod 
  • tablespoons water 
  • 1.5 tablespoons whipping cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Peel and core pears; cut in half lengthwise, and brush with lemon juice.
  2. Cut vanilla bean in half lengthwise. Scrape seeds into a large saucepan.
  3. Add vanilla bean halves, 1 cup maple syrup, and apple juice to saucepan; bring to a boil.
  4. Add pears; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes or until tender, turning once.
  5. Remove and discard vanilla bean halves.
  6. Transfer pears and poaching liquid to a bowl; cover and chill thoroughly.
  7. Combine sugar and water in a small saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring frequently until sugar dissolves.
  8. Add whipping cream; bring to a boil.
  9. Remove from heat.
  10. Add margarine and chocolates; stir until chocolates melt. Stir in remaining 1 tablespoon maple syrup. Cool completely.
  11. Transfer pears to 6 dessert plates, using a slotted spoon. Discard poaching liquid. Top each pear with 1/2 cup ice cream. Spoon chocolate sauce evenly over ice cream, and sprinkle evenly with almonds.
  12. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories491kcal
Protein3.53%
Fat29.69%
Carbs66.78%

Properties

Glycemic Index
42.52
Glycemic Load
34.31
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
13.953043471212%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
2.46mg
Catechin
3.65mg
Epigallocatechin
0.76mg
Epicatechin
12.02mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.2mg
Eriodictyol
0.09mg
Hesperetin
0.24mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Isorhamnetin
0.43mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
1.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:490.84kcal
24.54%
Fat:16.78g
25.82%
Saturated Fat:8.46g
52.88%
Carbohydrates:84.91g
28.3%
Net Carbohydrates:79.26g
28.82%
Sugar:69.74g
77.49%
Cholesterol:33.56mg
11.19%
Sodium:84.61mg
3.68%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:7.84mg
2.61%
Protein:4.48g
8.97%
Manganese:1.65mg
82.32%
Vitamin B2:0.93mg
54.6%
Fiber:5.65g
22.61%
Copper:0.36mg
18%
Calcium:175.16mg
17.52%
Magnesium:62.84mg
15.71%
Potassium:503.23mg
14.38%
Phosphorus:134.61mg
13.46%
Zinc:1.65mg
10.97%
Vitamin E:1.35mg
8.98%
Vitamin A:447.9IU
8.96%
Iron:1.6mg
8.91%
Vitamin C:6.2mg
7.51%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.49%
Vitamin K:6.18µg
5.88%
Vitamin B5:0.5mg
5.01%
Vitamin B12:0.27µg
4.57%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
3.92%
Folate:14.65µg
3.66%
Selenium:2.4µg
3.43%
Vitamin B3:0.55mg
2.75%
Vitamin D:0.19µg
1.28%
Source:My Recipes