Caramelized Pears with Dulce De Leche Ice Cream
Indulge in the perfect harmony of warm and cold with this decadent recipe for Caramelized Pears with Dulce De Leche Ice Cream. Juicy Bartlett or Anjou pears are gently caramelized in a buttery sauce infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, creating a dessert that's as aromatic as it is delicious. A splash of vanilla adds rich depth to the luscious caramel glaze, which is drizzled over the pears before they’re topped with a velvety scoop of dulce de leche ice cream. Optional garnishes like toasted nuts or extra caramel sauce take this dessert to new heights. Ready in just 30 minutes, this restaurant-worthy dish is ideal for impressing guests or treating yourself to a sophisticated, yet easy-to-make sweet treat. Perfect for fall dinners or anytime you crave a cozy dessert!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces ripe but firm pears (such as Bartlett or Anjou)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup light brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons water
- 4 scoops dulce de leche ice cream
- 0 optional toppings (e.g., toasted nuts or caramel sauce)
Directions
Step 1
Peel the pears, cut them in half lengthwise, and remove the cores with a spoon or melon baller. Set aside.
Step 2
In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Step 3
Once the butter is melted, stir in the brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg, and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sugar begins to dissolve and the mixture becomes a smooth caramel base.
Step 4
Add the pear halves to the skillet, cut side down. Cook for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften and caramelize.
Step 5
Carefully flip the pears using tongs and add the water to the skillet to deglaze the pan. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, basting the pears with the caramel sauce as they cook.
Step 6
Stir in the vanilla extract and allow the sauce to bubble for another minute. Remove from heat.
Step 7
Plate the pears, spooning some of the caramel sauce over them while warm.
Step 8
Top each serving with a generous scoop of dulce de leche ice cream.
Step 9
Add optional toppings like toasted nuts or a drizzle of extra caramel sauce, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1333.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2151.3 |
| Total Fat 103.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 59.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 284mg | 0% |
| Sodium 372.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 320.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 25.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 268.6g | |
| Protein 16.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 574.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1627.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories