Romantic Chocolate Covered Pears (Print View)
Juicy pears paired with rich dark chocolate and delicate garnishes for an elegant treat.
# Ingredient List:
→ Fruit
01 - 4 ripe but firm pears (such as Bosc or Anjou), peeled, stems left intact
→ Chocolate Coating
02 - 7 oz high-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped
03 - 1 tbsp unsalted butter
→ Garnishes
04 - 2 tbsp chopped toasted pistachios or hazelnuts
05 - 2 tbsp freeze-dried raspberries or edible rose petals
06 - 1 tbsp white chocolate, melted (for drizzling)
# How to Make:
01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside for later use.
02 - Peel the pears while keeping the stems intact. Trim a thin slice from the bottom of each pear to help them stand upright.
03 - Place dark chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of gently simmering water. Stir continuously until melted and smooth, then remove from heat.
04 - Dip each pear into the melted chocolate, turning to coat the lower two-thirds evenly. Allow excess chocolate to drip off.
05 - Place coated pears upright on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - While chocolate is still soft, sprinkle with chopped pistachios, nuts, or edible petals as desired.
07 - Drizzle with melted white chocolate for a decorative finish.
08 - Refrigerate pears for 15-20 minutes until chocolate is completely set.
09 - Serve immediately or keep chilled until ready to serve.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The contrast between cool, crisp pear and silky warm chocolate creates this perfect moment in every bite
- These look stunning but take about thirty minutes, making you look like a pastry wizard with zero stress
- You can customize the toppings endlessly, so they never feel repetitive even when they become your go-to dessert
02 -
- Room temperature pears work best because cold fruit can cause the chocolate to seize and look dull instead of glossy and gorgeous
- Absolutely no water should touch your chocolate at any point or it will turn into a grainy, sad mess that cannot be saved
03 -
- A splash of pear liqueur or a pinch of sea salt in the melted chocolate creates these subtle flavor notes that make people wonder what makes yours special
- Vegan chocolate and plant-based butter work perfectly without anyone noticing the difference, making these naturally adaptable for different dietary needs