Pears with mascarpone cream
2 servings
30 minutes
Pears with mascarpone cream are an exquisite dessert that combines the tenderness of cream cheese and the deep aroma of caramelized fruits. This recipe is inspired by European gastronomy, where the harmony of flavors and textures is valued. The mascarpone cream with powdered sugar adds lightness to the dish, while maple syrup, cardamom, and lemon juice create a subtle balance of sweetness and freshness. The caramelized pears acquire a rich flavor with hints of caramel and spices, while cocoa powder and chopped nuts add a pleasant aftertaste. This dessert is perfect for cozy evenings, romantic dinners, or festive gatherings when you want to treat yourself and loved ones to something special.
1
Gently mix the mascarpone at room temperature with powdered sugar and place it in the refrigerator.
- Mascarpone cheese: 250 g
- Powdered sugar: 1 teaspoon
2
Melt butter in a saucepan, add maple syrup, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, and cardamom, gently stir with a wooden spatula, and simmer the syrup on low heat for 4-6 minutes.
- Butter: 1 tablespoon
- Maple syrup: 4 tablespoons
- Lemon juice: 3 tablespoons
- Ground cardamom: 0.3 teaspoon
3
Wash the pear, cut it in half, remove the core (the fruit can be peeled if desired), and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Place the halves in syrup, cut side down, and caramelize the pears for 10-15 minutes until soft, gently moving the halves. Let the finished pears cool.
- Pears: 1 piece
- Lemon juice: 3 tablespoons
4
Place the mascarpone and pear cream in the dish. Put 1 teaspoon of cream in the center of each half. Drizzle the pears with the remaining syrup, sprinkle with cocoa and chopped nuts. Serve immediately.
- Mascarpone cheese: 250 g
- Maple syrup: 4 tablespoons
- Cocoa powder: to taste
- Crushed walnuts: to taste