Pears with Easy Chocolate Sauce
Transform your dessert game with this elegant yet effortless recipe for Pears with Easy Chocolate Sauce. Perfectly poached pears take center stage, offering a tender, subtly sweet base for a luscious dark chocolate sauce that's as simple to prepare as it is indulgent. Crafted with just a handful of ingredients like creamy heavy cream, rich dark chocolate, and a hint of vanilla, this dessert is elevated with an optional drizzle of honey or maple syrup for a touch of natural sweetness. Garnish with chopped nuts or a sprinkle of grated chocolate to add a delightful crunch and visual appeal. Ready in just 20 minutes, this stunning dessert is ideal for dinner parties, romantic evenings, or any occasion that calls for a sweet yet sophisticated treat.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces ripe but firm pears
- 100 grams dark chocolate (60-70% cocoa)
- 120 milliliters heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (e.g., pistachios, almonds, or walnuts) or grated chocolate for garnish
Directions
Step 1
Peel the pears and leave the stems intact for an elegant presentation. Slice a small section off the base of each pear so they can stand upright on a plate, if desired.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, bring plenty of water to a gentle simmer. Add the pears and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until they are tender but not mushy. Remove the pears from the water and set them aside to cool slightly.
Step 3
To make the chocolate sauce, break the dark chocolate into small pieces and place them in a heatproof bowl.
Step 4
In a small saucepan over low heat, warm the heavy cream until it begins to steam but does not boil. Pour the cream over the chocolate pieces and let sit for 1-2 minutes to melt the chocolate.
Step 5
Whisk the mixture until smooth. Add the unsalted butter, honey or maple syrup (if using), and vanilla extract, and whisk again until glossy and well combined.
Step 6
To serve, place each pear on a plate and drizzle generously with the warm chocolate sauce. Sprinkle with chopped nuts or grated chocolate for garnish, if desired.
Step 7
Serve immediately and enjoy the delicious combination of tender pears and rich chocolate!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (983.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1669.6 |
| Total Fat 103.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 57.2g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 151mg | 0% |
| Sodium 51.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 175.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 36.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 111.1g | |
| Protein 12.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 153.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1656.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories