Pears in Chocolate Sauce

Pears in Chocolate Sauce

Delight your family with this elegant and delicious dessert.

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Additional Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
60 mins
Yield:
4 servings
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 4 pears, peeled
  • ½ lemon, juiced
  • 2 cups water
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 (1 ounce) squares bittersweet chocolate, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon coffee flavored liqueur
  • 4 maraschino cherries, garnish

Directions

Step 1
Leave stems on peeled pears. Sprinkle with lemon juice to prevent browning. Set aside.

Step 2
In a saucepan large enough to accommodate 4 pears standing upright, combine water and sugar. Place over medium heat, and boil until sugar is dissolved. Stir in vanilla, then place the pears in. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Allow to cool in liquid, then drain.

Step 3
In the top of a double boiler, combine chocolate, cream and butter. Heat, stirring, until chocolate is melted and smooth. Remove from heat, and stir in coffee liqueur.

Step 4
Place pears on serving dish, pour chocolate sauce over pears, and garnish with maraschino cherries.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

425
Calories
15g
Fat
72g
Carbs
3g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 425
% Daily Value *
Total Fat15g 20%
Saturated Fat9g 47%
Cholesterol19mg 6%
Sodium27mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate72g 26%
Dietary Fiber8g 29%
Total Sugars55g
Protein3g
Vitamin C17mg 87%
Calcium32mg 2%
Iron1mg 3%
Potassium341mg 7%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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