Poached Pear, Granola & Cheesecake Parfait Recipe

Name: Poached Pear, Granola & Cheesecake Parfait
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Poached Pears; 1 qt. red wine; 2/3 cup honey; 6 slices gingerroot, sliced 1/4-inch thick; 2 Tbsp. lemon peel; 2 sprigs fresh thyme; 4 each Large Bosc pears, peeled, cored, quartered; Parfaits; 1-1/2 qt. PHILADELPHIA Cheesecake Batter; 3 cups granola; 12 each fresh raspberries; 2 Tbsp. dark chocolate bar, shaved; 36 pieces crystallized ginger

Servings: persons

Poached Pears
1 qt. red wine
2/3 cup honey
6 slices gingerroot, sliced 1/4-inch thick
2 Tbsp. lemon peel
2 sprigs fresh thyme
4 each Large Bosc pears, peeled, cored, quartered
Parfaits
1-1/2 qt. PHILADELPHIA Cheesecake Batter
3 cups granola
12 each fresh raspberries
2 Tbsp. dark chocolate bar, shaved
36 pieces crystallized ginger

1
For Poached Pears: Combine all ingredients, except pears, in a saucepan large enough to completely cover the pears in liquid.
2
Bring to boil; reduce heat to medium.
3
Add pears.
4
Simmer 20 min.
5
or until pears are cooked through, stirring occasionally.
6
Remove pears from pan; cool.
7
Dice pears.
8
For Parfaits: Spoon 1/4 cup Cheesecake Batter into each parfait glass.
9
Top with 3 Tbsp.
10
Poached Pears and 2 Tbsp.
11
granola.
12
Repeat layers.
13
Garnish each with 1 raspberry, 1/2 tsp.
14
chocolate and 3 pieces crystallized ginger.

1024

kcal

Calories

Fat

209

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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
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.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Poached Pears, 1 qt. red wine, 2/3 cup honey, 6 slices gingerroot, sliced 1/4-inch thick, and more.

Yes, Poached Pear, Granola & Cheesecake Parfait falls under the Breakfast 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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Poached Pear, Granola & Cheesecake Parfait

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