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Perfect Champagne Poached Pears Recipe Easy Creamy Mascarpone Dessert

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Elegant and easy dessert featuring pears poached in champagne and served with a creamy mascarpone topping. Perfect for special occasions or a cozy treat.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ripe but firm Bosc or Anjou pears, peeled and cored
  • 1 bottle (750 ml) dry or brut champagne
  • 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped (or 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract)
  • 8 ounces (225 grams) mascarpone cheese, chilled
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) heavy cream, cold
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • Optional garnish: fresh mint leaves or toasted almonds

Instructions

  1. Peel each pear carefully, keeping the stems intact. Use a corer or small spoon to remove the core from the bottom up, leaving the pear whole. (About 10 minutes)
  2. In a saucepan, combine champagne, sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon stick, and scraped vanilla bean plus pod. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve sugar (about 5 minutes).
  3. Carefully lower pears into simmering liquid. Reduce heat to low so liquid barely bubbles. Cover with lid slightly ajar and poach for 20-25 minutes, turning pears every 5 minutes. Pears should be tender but hold shape.
  4. Transfer pears to a plate and let cool to room temperature. Reduce poaching liquid by boiling gently for 10 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove cinnamon stick and vanilla pod.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine mascarpone, cold heavy cream, and honey. Whisk with electric mixer or by hand until soft peaks form and mixture is smooth and creamy (about 5 minutes).
  6. Place each pear in a serving dish, drizzle with reduced champagne syrup, and spoon a generous dollop of mascarpone cream alongside or on top. Garnish with mint leaves or toasted almonds if desired.

Notes

Maintain a gentle simmer to avoid toughening pears. Chill bowl and whisk for better mascarpone whipping. Keep pears and mascarpone separate when storing to maintain texture. Non-alcoholic and dairy-free variations available.

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