Red Wine Poached Pears with Chocolate Filling

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
2%
Red Wine Poached Pears with Chocolate Filling
40 min.
6
389kcal

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Indulge in a delightful dessert that perfectly marries the rich flavors of red wine and chocolate with the natural sweetness of pears. Our Red Wine Poached Pears with Chocolate Filling is not only a feast for the eyes but also a treat for the palate, making it an ideal choice for special occasions or a cozy night in. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is designed to impress, ensuring that everyone can enjoy a decadent dessert without compromising on dietary needs.

The process of poaching pears in a fragrant blend of red wine, cinnamon, and a hint of lemon juice infuses them with a luscious flavor that is simply irresistible. As the pears simmer, they become tender and juicy, creating a perfect vessel for the rich chocolate sauce that fills their core. The contrast of the warm, spiced wine sauce drizzled over the chocolate-filled pears creates a symphony of flavors that will leave your guests raving.

Ready in just 40 minutes, this elegant dessert serves six and is sure to be a showstopper at your next gathering. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself, these Red Wine Poached Pears with Chocolate Filling are a delightful way to end any meal. So gather your ingredients, and let’s create a dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • 11 ounce chocolate sauce (such as Fran's®)
  • teaspoons ground cinnamon 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  •  pears peeled to taste
  • 1.5 cups red wine 
  •  star anise pod 
  • cup water 
  • 0.7 cup sugar white

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Cut bottom off each pear and core from the bottom to give each pear a flat bottom to stand upright.
  2. Combine wine, water, sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and star anise in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and arrange pears on their sides in the saucepan. Simmer pears for 10 to 12 minutes. Turn pears and continue simmering until tender and easily poked with a fork, 8 to 10 minutes. Work in batches if needed.
  3. Remove pears from wine mixture and place in a serving dish, standing upright. Continue boiling wine sauce until reduced to about 3/4 cup, 5 to 10 more minutes.
  4. Fill each pear's core cavity with chocolate sauce.
  5. Pour wine sauce over each pear.

Nutrition Facts

Calories389kcal
Protein3.28%
Fat12.36%
Carbs84.36%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.97
Glycemic Load
21.04
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
6.6908696190171%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
2.56mg
Petunidin
1.19mg
Delphinidin
1.21mg
Malvidin
8.3mg
Peonidin
0.75mg
Catechin
4.6mg
Epigallocatechin
0.74mg
Epicatechin
6.74mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.2mg
Eriodictyol
0.24mg
Hesperetin
1.1mg
Naringenin
1.13mg
Apigenin
0.08mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.37mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Myricetin
0.25mg
Quercetin
1.64mg
Gallocatechin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:389.41kcal
19.47%
Fat:4.91g
7.55%
Saturated Fat:2.1g
13.12%
Carbohydrates:75.39g
25.13%
Net Carbohydrates:69.87g
25.41%
Sugar:52.35g
58.16%
Cholesterol:0.52mg
0.17%
Sodium:185.75mg
8.08%
Alcohol:6.36g
100%
Alcohol %:2.7%
100%
Caffeine:3.64mg
1.21%
Protein:2.93g
5.87%
Manganese:0.45mg
22.54%
Fiber:5.53g
22.11%
Copper:0.3mg
14.86%
Potassium:372.33mg
10.64%
Magnesium:41.83mg
10.46%
Vitamin E:1.53mg
10.22%
Vitamin C:7.2mg
8.73%
Phosphorus:80.01mg
8%
Iron:1.3mg
7.21%
Vitamin K:6.97µg
6.64%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
6.03%
Calcium:50.41mg
5.04%
Zinc:0.66mg
4.43%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
4.17%
Folate:12.04µg
3.01%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.45%
Vitamin B3:0.47mg
2.37%
Selenium:1.6µg
2.29%
Vitamin B5:0.15mg
1.48%
Source:Allrecipes