Baked Pears With Brandy/Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe

Name: Baked Pears With Brandy/Vanilla Ice Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 quart vanilla ice cream, softened; ¼ cup brandy; 4 firm-ripe pears; ¼ cup lemon juice; ¼ cup butter, melted; ¼ cup honey; 12 vanilla bean (about 3-inches long); 1 tablespoon grated orange peel; 1 tablespoon grated lemon peel; ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon ground allspice; ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Servings: persons

1 quart vanilla ice cream, softened
¼ cup brandy
4 firm-ripe pears
¼ cup lemon juice
¼ cup butter, melted
¼ cup honey
12 vanilla bean (about 3-inches long)
1 tablespoon grated orange peel
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground allspice
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

1
Stir together ice cream and brandy until well blended.
2
Cover and freeze until serving time.
3
Peel, halve and core pears.
4
Immediately sprinkle with 2 tablespoons lemon juice to prevent browning.
5
In a 9 by 13 inch baking dish, mix together remaining lemon juice, butter, and honey.
6
Slit vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape seeds into the butter mixture.
7
Stir in grated lemon and orange peel, cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice.
8
Score round portion of each pear half diagonally 1/8 inch deep in one direction and then in the opposite direction, creating a diamond pattern.
9
Place pears cut side down in baking dish and spoon sauce over them.
10
Bake in a 350 degree oven, basting often, until very tender when peirced with a fork, about 40 minutes.
11
Arrange pears on serving plates, rounded side up and serve with brandy/vanilla ice cream on the same plate.

1091

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 quart vanilla ice cream, softened, ¼ cup brandy, 4 firm-ripe pears, ¼ cup lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Baked Pears With Brandy/Vanilla Ice Cream falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep frozen in an airtight container for up to 1–2 months. Let it soften for a few minutes before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Baked Pears With Brandy/Vanilla Ice Cream

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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