Sweet Pear Tamales Recipe

Name: Sweet Pear Tamales
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 large dried corn husks; ½ cup butter, softened; 2 cups masa harina flour, for tamales; ½ cup brown sugar; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; ½ teaspoon allspice; ¼ teaspoon nutmeg; 1 12-2 cups pear nectar; 2 pears, ripe but firm, peeled and diced

Servings: persons

8 large dried corn husks
½ cup butter, softened
2 cups masa harina flour, for tamales
½ cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon allspice
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
1 12-2 cups pear nectar
2 pears, ripe but firm, peeled and diced

1
Place corn husks in a large bowl of hot water.
2
Place a plate on top to keep them submerged; let stand for at least 15 minutes.
3
Beat all ingredients EXCEPT pear nectar and pears in a large mixing bowl.
4
Slowly beat in the pear nectar, adding enough to make a fluffy dough; stir in diced pears.
5
Drain husks and pat dry.
6
Spread equal amounts of masa mixture down the center of each.
7
Fold in sides, then the pointed end of each.
8
Place open side up in a large pot fitted with a steamer basket.
9
Cover and steam for 1 hour.
10
Best served soon after steamin.

703

kcal

Calories

Fat

112

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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: 8 large dried corn husks, ½ cup butter, softened, 2 cups masa harina flour, for tamales, ½ cup brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Sweet Pear Tamales 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.

Sweet Pear Tamales

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