Upside Down Pear Pudding With Chocolate Hazelnut Sa

Name: Upside Down Pear Pudding With Chocolate Hazelnut Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup sweet dessert wine; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 3 small pears, peeled, cored and quartered; 1 1/2 cups dried dates, chopped; 1 tsp baking soda; ½ tbsp (1 1/2 sticks) butter, softened; 1 cup packed brown sugar; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 3 None eggs, at room temperature; 1 1/3 cups self-rising flour, sifted; 2/3 cup walnuts, finely chopped; 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder; 7 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1/4 cup hazelnut liqueur, such as Frangelico

Servings: persons

1 cup sweet dessert wine
1/4 cup granulated sugar
3 small pears, peeled, cored and quartered
1 1/2 cups dried dates, chopped
1 tsp baking soda
½ tbsp (1 1/2 sticks) butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 None eggs, at room temperature
1 1/3 cups self-rising flour, sifted
2/3 cup walnuts, finely chopped
2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
7 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup hazelnut liqueur, such as Frangelico

1
Place wine and granulated sugar in a medium saucepan on medium heat. Stir until sugar has dissolved. Add pears and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low; cook for 20 mins, until just tender. Cool.
2
Grease 2-quart pudding mold. Line bottom with parchment paper. Arrange 1/2 the pears on the bottom of the mold.
3
Meanwhile, combine dates and 1 1/4 cups water in a medium saucepan on high heat. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat. Add baking soda. Let stand for 5 mins. Blend or process until smooth.
4
Beat 10 tbsp (1 1/4 sticks) butter, brown sugar and vanilla in a large bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in date mixture, flour, walnuts and cocoa. Pour into prepared pudding mold. Cover with foil and secure with kitchen string. Place in a large saucepan. Add enough boiling water to come halfway up side of mold. Boil, covered, for 2 1/2 hours, adding more boiling water as needed. Remove mold from water; let stand on wire rack for 10 mins.
5
Meanwhile, place chocolate, cream and remaining 2 tbsp butter in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water. Stir until melted and smooth. Remove from heat. Stir in liqueur.
6
Carefully invert pudding mold onto a serving plate. Serve with sauce and remaining pears.

1045

kcal

Calories

Fat

135

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup sweet dessert wine, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 3 small pears, peeled, cored and quartered, 1 1/2 cups dried dates, chopped, and more.

Yes, Upside Down Pear Pudding With Chocolate Hazelnut Sauce 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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Upside Down Pear Pudding With Chocolate Hazelnut Sauce

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