Pear and pineapple in syrup, baked in puff pastry
6 servings
60 minutes
This exquisite dessert is inspired by Italian culinary traditions, where fruity notes and crispy dough create a harmony of flavors. Tender pears soaked in aromatic syrup with hints of cinnamon, vanilla, and clove become soft and juicy. Pineapples infused with the sweetness of honey add exotic freshness. Wrapped in airy puff pastry, the fruits acquire an appetizing crispy crust. Served warm with a drizzle of syrup, they turn into a true feast for the senses. This dessert is perfect as a conclusion to a romantic dinner or family gathering, especially when paired with vanilla ice cream that highlights its tenderness. Enjoy this culinary masterpiece that can transport you to the cozy atmosphere of Italian cafes, where every bite is filled with warmth and passion for fine gastronomy.
1
Peel the pears.
- Pears: 2 pieces
2
Pour the syrup (from the pineapples) into a pot, add water, cinnamon, vanilla, cloves, honey, and bring to a boil.
- Water: 0.5 glass
- Canned pineapple: 1 jar
- Cinnamon sticks: 3 pieces
- Vanilla pod: 3 pieces
- Cloves: 10 pieces
- Honey: 2 tablespoons
3
Put pears and pineapples in syrup and cook on low heat until ready (cook pineapples for 10 minutes to absorb the syrup's flavor, and pierce the pear with a knife; if it goes in like butter, it's ready).
- Pears: 2 pieces
- Canned pineapple: 1 jar
4
Place the pineapples and pears on a strainer to drain excess syrup.
- Canned pineapple: 1 jar
- Pears: 2 pieces
5
Take puff pastry, cut into thin strips. Wrap the pear in a spiral, leaving a small gap between the dough. Wrap the pineapple in dough and secure the dough in the middle.
- Puff pastry: 1 piece
6
Grease the baking tray with butter and arrange the pears and pineapples. Bake for about 15 minutes at 170–180 degrees until golden brown.
- Butter: 1 tablespoon
7
Remove from the oven and drizzle with the syrup in which the fruits were cooked.
- Water: 0.5 glass
8
Return to the oven for 5 minutes at 200 degrees.
9
Remove from the oven to cool slightly but remain warm, transfer to a plate, and serve with ice cream.
- Honey: 2 tablespoons
