Pear Mincemeat Dessert

Indulge in the rustic charm of this Pear Mincemeat Dessert, a perfect blend of autumnal flavors and heartwarming sweetness. Juicy, ripe pears are halved and filled with a rich, spiced mincemeat mixture made from raisins, dried cranberries, crunchy walnuts, and a hint of orange zest. This delightful filling, infused with warming spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice, is cooked to perfection with a touch of butter, brown sugar, and fresh orange juice for a sticky, aromatic base. The dessert is elegantly topped with flaky pastry, brushed with a golden egg wash, and baked until the pears are tender and the crust is irresistibly crisp. This easy-to-make yet impressive recipe is ready in under an hour, making it ideal for holiday gatherings, special occasions, or simply for savoring with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Warm, comforting, and utterly delicious, this dessert is a celebration of seasonal flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 whole Pears (ripe but firm)
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 cup Raisins
• 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground allspice
• 3 tablespoons Fresh orange juice
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 sheet Pastry dough (store-bought or homemade, for the top crust)
• 1 whole Egg (for egg wash)
• 1 tablespoon Water (for egg wash)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Peel the pears, slice them in half lengthwise, and scoop out the cores with a spoon to create a cavity for the filling.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the brown sugar, raisins, dried cranberries, chopped walnuts, orange zest, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. Stir well to combine.

Step 4

Add the fresh orange juice and vanilla extract to the saucepan. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mixture is thick and sticky. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 5

Place the pear halves cut-side up in a baking dish. Fill each pear cavity generously with the mincemeat mixture.

Step 6

Roll out the pastry dough on a lightly floured surface. Cut the dough into strips or shapes (such as stars or lattice) to decorate the top of the pears as desired.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to create an egg wash. Brush the pastry pieces with the egg wash for a golden finish.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the pears are tender and the pastry is golden brown.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the pears cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1412.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2881.2

Total Fat 116.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g
Cholesterol 323.2mg	0%
Sodium 1244.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 439.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 47.2g	0%
Total Sugars 257.5g
Protein 38.9g	0%

Vitamin D 45.5IU	0%
Calcium 349.9mg	0%
Iron 10.7mg	0%
Potassium 2646.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.4%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 59.4%