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Easy Healthy Dessert: Seared Pears

November 2, 2021

Fall and winter means delicious, juicy pears! I feel that pears aren’t as popular as apples and oranges and deserve a little attention for their seasonal uniqueness. In this blog post I will show you how to make an easy and healthy dessert using pears.

Pears, like most fruits contain vitamin c and other trace minerals. Pears are notably high in fiber and pack a punch of antioxidants. Pairing a sweet juicy pear with the richness of creamy whipped cream balances out the flavor of the dish.

Whipping your own cream is easy and the taste cannot be beat! Your family and guests will be impressed with the flavor of homemade whipped cream. No sugar needed. The natural flavors stand out and blend together for a nutrient dense dessert.

Seared Pears

An easy and healthy dessert that pairs together lightly seared pears and whipped cream.
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 5 minutes mins
Course Dessert

Ingredients
  

  • 3 Pears
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1/2 pint heavy cream
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract divided
  • cinnamon to taste

Instructions
 

  • Add butter to stainless steal or cast iron skillet. Heat over medium heat.
  • Slice pear in half or as desired.
  • Add pear and vanilla extract to hot butter for 3-5 minutes. Stir pan to coat the pears, and cook until desired donees. Flip once to coat all sides.
  • Add 1/2 pint of heavy whipping cream and 1 tsp vanilla to a stand mixer. Beat on high speed for 1-3 minutes until soft peaks form.

Notes

This recipe can easily be adapted to serve less people. I usually prepare one pear per one or two people. Leftover whipped cream keeps well in the fridge and is a delicious addition to your morning coffee! 
If you want to get creative with the recipe you can also cook a splash of amaretto liquor in with the pears. For an adult only twist on the recipe you can whip a liquor or alcohol like Irish Whiskey into the whipped cream! 
Keyword heavy cream, pear

Photos by: Jessica Isaacs Photography

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: pears, seasonal fruit, whipped cream

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