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15-Minute Pan-Seared Pears with Honey-Yogurt Sauce Recipe

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A quick and elegant dessert featuring pan-seared ripe pears served warm with a luscious honey-yogurt sauce, gently spiced with cinnamon and topped with crunchy walnuts. Perfect for a light, flavorful treat in just 15 minutes.

Ingredients

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Pears

  • 2 ripe pears, cored and sliced
  • 1 tbsp butter

      • Honey-Yogurt Sauce

  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

      • Toppings

  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp chopped walnuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat Butter: Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a pan over medium heat until melted and slightly bubbling to prepare for searing the pears.
  2. Sear Pears: Add the sliced pears to the pan and cook them for 3-4 minutes on each side. This will allow the pears to become golden brown and slightly caramelized, enhancing their natural sweetness.
  3. Prepare Sauce: While the pears are cooking, combine 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon honey, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract in a small bowl. Mix well until smooth and creamy to create the honey-yogurt sauce.
  4. Plate Pears: Once the pears are golden and tender, transfer them onto a serving plate, arranging the slices neatly.
  5. Drizzle Sauce: Drizzle the prepared honey-yogurt sauce evenly over the warm pears to add a creamy, sweet contrast.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle 1 teaspoon cinnamon and 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts on top for a warm spice note and added crunch. Serve the dessert warm for best flavor.

Notes

  • Use ripe but firm pears to avoid them becoming too mushy while cooking.
  • Walnuts are optional but add a lovely texture contrast; substitute with pecans if preferred.
  • This dessert can be served warm or at room temperature.
  • For a vegan version, substitute butter with coconut oil and Greek yogurt with a plant-based alternative.
  • Adjust the honey amount in the sauce to taste if you prefer it less sweet.

Keywords: pan-seared pears, honey yogurt sauce, quick dessert, cinnamon pears, healthy dessert, easy pear recipe

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