How to Make Pears in Brown Sugar Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to simple yet elegant desserts, pears in brown sugar sauce are a classic choice. This delightful dish features ripe, juicy pears simmered in a luscious brown sugar sauce, creating a sweet and fragrant treat that is perfect for enjoying on its own or as a topping for ice cream or cakes.

What makes this recipe so special is the combination of natural sweetness from the pears and the caramel-like flavor of the brown sugar sauce. The pears are gently poached in the sauce, al...

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Ingredients

  • 4 medium fresh pears
  • 2 teaspoons unsalted butter, divided
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup cold water
  • ½ cup whipped cream, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Slice pears into quarters; remove and discard seeds and cores.
  • Melt 1 teaspoon butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Add pears and cook, turning occasionally, until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from the heat.
  • Combine brown sugar, water, and remaining 1 teaspoon butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until boiling. Remove from the heat and let sit until thickened slightly, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Place pear quarters on 4 small plates. Pour brown sugar sauce over pears and top with whipped cream.
  • Nutrition

    237 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 11mg
    • Sodium: 20mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 54g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 44g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 7mg
    • Calcium: 46mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 246mg