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Autumn Dessert Recipe

Indulge in this quick and easy Autumn Pear Dessert, ready in under 20 minutes! Warm spiced pears simmered to perfection, creating a comforting and delicious fall treat. Serve over cinnamon toast and top with your favorite ice cream or whipped cream for the ultimate autumnal experience.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 148.3 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Autumn Dessert

  • 2 ripe but firm pears
  • 1/4 cup water, 2 tablespoons cold water
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup raisins
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 slices cinnamon toast
  • 1 scoop vanilla ice cream
  • 1 dollop whipped cream (optional)

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How to Make Autumn Dessert

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 2 ripe but firm pears, peeled, cored, and diced, with 1/4 cup water, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1/4 cup raisins, 1 tablespoon butter, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg.
  2. Cook over medium heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pears are tender.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon cornstarch and 2 tablespoons cold water until smooth.
  4. Stir the cornstarch slurry into the pear mixture.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly, until thickened (about 1-2 minutes).
  6. Remove from heat and serve warm over 2 slices of cinnamon toast.
  7. For an extra touch of indulgence, top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

95g

Fat

6g

Carbs

11g

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