Caramelized Pears

Caramelized Pears

Sliced pears turn golden and tender in a buttery brown sugar glaze.

Total 22 min Makes 4 servings Calories 185/serving

Dietary

Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Wheat free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher

Allergens

Dairy

Firm pears are sliced and gently browned in butter and brown sugar until soft and glossy, with a splash of vanilla and a pinch of cinnamon rounding out the flavor. Serve warm over ice cream, pancakes, or oatmeal, or alongside a cheese plate for a simple dessert or brunch addition.

Ingredients

  • 3 firm pears, peeled, cored, and sliced into 1/2-inch wedges
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Method

  1. Peel and core the pears, then slice each into 1/2-inch wedges. Toss the slices with the lemon juice to prevent browning.

  2. Melt the butter in a 9-inch skillet over medium heat until foaming.

  3. Stir in the brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt until the sugar dissolves into a smooth syrup.

  4. Add the pear slices to the skillet in a single layer and cook, turning occasionally, until golden and tender but still holding their shape.

  5. Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

  6. Spoon the pears and syrup into bowls and serve warm.

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    Caramelized Pears

    Firm pears are sliced and gently browned in butter and brown sugar until soft and glossy, with a splash of vanilla and a pinch of cinnamon rounding out the flavor. Serve warm over ice cream, pancakes, or oatmeal, or alongside a cheese plate for a simple dessert or brunch addition.

    22 min 4 servings 185 cal

    Ingredients

    • 3 firm pears, peeled, cored, and sliced into 1/2-inch wedges
    • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
    • 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
    • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

    Method

    1. 1

      Peel and core the pears, then slice each into 1/2-inch wedges. Toss the slices with the lemon juice to prevent browning.

    2. 2

      Melt the butter in a 9-inch skillet over medium heat until foaming.

    3. 3

      Stir in the brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt until the sugar dissolves into a smooth syrup.

    4. 4

      Add the pear slices to the skillet in a single layer and cook, turning occasionally, until golden and tender but still holding their shape.

    5. 5

      Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

    6. 6

      Spoon the pears and syrup into bowls and serve warm.