Caramelized Tomato Dessert Recipe

Name: Caramelized Tomato Dessert
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups granulated sugar; 1/2 cup water; 6 medium vine-ripened tomatoes; 3 medium pears; 3 tablespoons slivered almonds; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 vanilla bean; 2 pieces star anise; 1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest; 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest; 1/2 orange, juiced; 2 1/2 cups orange juice

Servings: persons

2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup water
6 medium vine-ripened tomatoes
3 medium pears
3 tablespoons slivered almonds
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 vanilla bean
2 pieces star anise
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 orange, juiced
2 1/2 cups orange juice

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["Mix water and sugar in a large skillet. Place over medium heat and allow to simmer.", "Slice 1/2"" off the top of each tomato. Carefully, scoop out the interior of each tomato, placing the flesh into a strainer over a bowl. Leave the outer walls of the tomatoes intact. Press the tomato pulp through the strainer with the back of a spoon.", "Peel pears and dice very small. Add almonds and cinnamon.", "Split vanilla bean lengthwise. Scrape out the seeds and add to the pears; place the now-empty vanilla pod into the cooking caramel with the star anise.", "Add orange and lemon zests to pears. Add juice of 1/2 orange, and the tomato liquid to pears.", "When caramel is brown and thick, remove from heat and add 2 1/2 c orange juice. Return to heat and allow to simmer until caramel dissolves into orange juice. Remove vanilla bean pod and star anise pods and discard.", "Stuff tomato shells with pears. Pack tightly and allow to overflow a little. Spoon a little caramel sauce into each tomato. Top with reserved tomato slices.", "Pour a little caramel sauce in the bottom of a large baking dish. Place tomatoes in dish and pour remaining sauce over. Bake in preheated 350F oven for 10 minutes. Baste with caramel sauce and cook another 15 minutes. Serve with vanilla ice cream."]

624

kcal

Calories

Fat

131

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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: 2 cups granulated sugar, 1/2 cup water, 6 medium vine-ripened tomatoes, 3 medium pears, and more.

Yes, Caramelized Tomato Dessert falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Caramelized Tomato Dessert

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