Turron mousse with wine-poached pears recipe

Name: Turron mousse with wine-poached pears recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 pears, peeled but left whole; 1 bottle or red or white wine, your choice; 200 g (7.1oz) grams sugar; 0.5 cinnamon stick; 250 g (8.8oz) turron de jijona blando - or nougat; 200 ml (7fl oz) double cream; 1 tbsp honey; 1 tsp vanilla essence; 1 scattering nut brittle; 1 handful raisins soaked in sweet sherry

Servings: persons

1
Slice the bottom off each pear so that they stand up easily.
2
Place them in a small deep-sided pan so that they fit quite tightly.
3
Add the wine, sugar and cinnamon stick and place over a medium to high heat.
4
Bring to the boil and allow to simmer for 20-30 minutes, or until the pears have softened a bit, they should still be quite firm so take care not to overcook them.
5
Leave to cool down completely in the wine, ideally overnight so that the flavours have time to infuse and penetrate.
6
Mix together the ingredients for the turron mousse and whip it together until it reaches a mousse-like consistency.
7
Serve in a cocktail glass with a spoonful of poached, diced pear and wine reduction, the turron mousse on top and garnish with some nut brittle and raisins.

412

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Protein

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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.
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.
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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 pears, peeled but left whole, 1 bottle or red or white wine, your choice, 200 g (7.1oz) grams sugar, 0.5 cinnamon stick, and more.

Yes, Turron mousse with wine-poached pears recipe 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!