How to Make Roasted Pears with Caramel Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to the world of desserts, few things are as satisfying as a perfectly roasted pear. The combination of the sweet, juicy pear and the warm, caramel sauce is a match made in heaven. This simple yet elegant dish is perfect for entertaining or as a special treat for yourself. Whether you're looking for a stunning dessert for a dinner party or a comforting sweet treat on a cold night, roasted pears with caramel sauce are sure to hit the spot.

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Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup packed dark brown sugar
  • 4 pears, halved and cored
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup coarsely chopped toasted pistachios (or your favorite nuts)

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 8 pear halves

  • Adjust the oven rack to the center position and heat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Place butter in a baking pan large enough to hold pears in a single layer; set in the heating oven until it melts.
  • Sprinkle sugar over melted butter, then place pears, cut-side down, on top. Bake until tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Remove pan from oven, turn pears over and baste with pan sauce. Return to oven; bake until golden and glossy, about 10 minutes longer.
  • Let cool briefly. Transfer pears to dessert plates or bowls. Top each with a dollop of sour cream, drizzle with caramel pan sauce, sprinkle with nuts, and serve.
  • Nutrition

    512 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 43mg
    • Sodium: 147mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 83g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 70g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 7mg
    • Calcium: 106mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 395mg