How to Make Fiesta Pear Dessert - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a delicious and refreshing dessert to serve at your next gathering? Look no further than this Fiesta Pear Dessert! This simple and elegant recipe is a perfect way to showcase the natural sweetness and juiciness of ripe pears, while adding a festive touch with a hint of cinnamon and a splash of tequila.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party, celebrating a special occasion, or just craving something sweet, this Fiesta Pear Dessert is sure to impress your guests and satisfy y...

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Ingredients

  • 4 Bartlett pears, cored and diced
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • ½ cup graham cracker crumbs
  • ½ cup chopped pecans
  • 1 quart vanilla ice cream
  • 6 (8 inch) flour tortillas
  • 1 quart vegetable oil for frying
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar

Information

  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • To Prepare Tortilla Shells: In a deep fryer bring oil to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Place one tortilla in the hot oil gently pressing the center with a wooden spoon or ladle until the tortilla forms a cup. Gently turn and fry each tortilla separately until golden brown on both sides.
  • Combine pears, sugar, cornstarch, 1 teaspoon cinnamon and lemon zest. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil; cook 1 minute longer. Let mixture cool.
  • Combine cookie crumbs, pecans and remaining cinnamon. Form ice cream into 4 - 6 balls; roll in crumb mixture to coat.
  • Place an ice cream ball in each fried tortilla shell. Top with the cooled pear mixture. Fried tortilla shells can be brushed with honey and dusted with ground cinnamon and sugar before filling, if desired.
  • Nutrition

    746 cal.

    • Total Fat: 35g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 39mg
    • Sodium: 349mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 104g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 62g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 163mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 431mg