Chocolate Ricotta-Filled Pears Recipe

Name: Chocolate Ricotta-Filled Pears
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup low-fat ricotta cheese; ½ cup powdered sugar; 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder; ½ teaspoon vanilla; 2 tablespoons miniature semisweet chocolate chips; 1 teaspoon orange rind, finely shredded; 3 large pears (Bosc, Anjou, or Bartlett); 2 tablespoons orange juice; 2 tablespoons slivered almonds or 2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted; orange rind, curls (optional)

Servings: persons

1 cup low-fat ricotta cheese
½ cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
½ teaspoon vanilla
2 tablespoons miniature semisweet chocolate chips
1 teaspoon orange rind, finely shredded
3 large pears (Bosc, Anjou, or Bartlett)
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons slivered almonds or 2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted
orange rind, curls (optional)

1
In a medium bowl beat the ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla with an electric mixer on medium speed until combined.
2
Stir in chocolate pieces and the shredded orange peel.
3
Set aside.
4
Peel the pears; cut in half lengthwise and remove the cores.
5
Remove a thin slice from the rounded side of each pear half so the halves will sit flat.
6
Brush the pears all over with orange juice.
7
To serve, place the pear halves on 6 dessert plates.
8
Spoon the ricotta mixture on top of the pears and sprinkle with almonds.
9
If desired, garnish with orange curls.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup low-fat ricotta cheese, ½ cup powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder, ½ teaspoon vanilla, and more.

Yes, Chocolate Ricotta-Filled Pears falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chocolate Ricotta-Filled Pears

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