Baked Pears with Chocolate and Raspberry Sauce:

Ingredients:

For the Pears:

  • 4 ripe but firm pears (e.g., Bartlett or Anjou)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup water or apple juice

For the Chocolate Sauce:

  • 100g dark chocolate, chopped
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)

For the Raspberry Sauce:

  • 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons water

To Serve:

  • Vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or yogurt (optional)
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pears:

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Halve the pears and scoop out the cores with a melon baller or spoon.
  3. Arrange the pear halves in a baking dish, cut side up.
  4. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.
  5. Add water or apple juice to the bottom of the dish to prevent sticking.
  6. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the pears are tender when pierced with a fork.

2. Make the Chocolate Sauce:

  1. Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over low heat until it starts to steam (do not boil).
  2. Remove from heat, add the chopped chocolate, and stir until smooth and glossy.
  3. Stir in honey or maple syrup if desired for added sweetness.

3. Make the Raspberry Sauce:

  1. In a small saucepan, combine raspberries, sugar, lemon juice, and water.
  2. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the raspberries break down and the mixture thickens (about 5–7 minutes).
  3. Strain the sauce through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds, if desired.

4. Assemble and Serve:

  1. Place a baked pear half on a serving plate.
  2. Drizzle with warm chocolate sauce and raspberry sauce.
  3. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream, a dollop of whipped cream, or a spoonful of yogurt if desired.
  4. Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a touch of color.

Enjoy this luxurious yet simple dessert! It’s perfect for dinner parties or a cozy evening treat.

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