Pears stuffed with dates and walnuts, Syria

These pears stuffed with dates and walnuts are a perfect example of the elegance of Syrian desserts, which use simple ingredients to highlight their natural flavors. This dessert combines the natural sweetness of pears and dates with the richness of walnuts, with a touch of honey and orange blossom characteristic of Middle Eastern flavors. Inspired by Syrian and Middle Eastern traditions, this gluten-free recipe is perfect for a light and fragrant end to a meal. Easy to make, it will bring an exotic and warm touch to your table.

Preparation time: 15 minutes

Cooking time 25 minutes

Total time 40 minutes

Difficulty: Beginner

Servings: 4

Ingredients

4 ripe but firm pears, peeled and cored
8 Medjool dates, pitted and chopped
50g of roughly chopped walnuts
2 tablespoons of honey
1 tablespoon of orange blossom water
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1 tbsp of butter or coconut oil (for cooking)
1 tbsp chopped pistachios (for decoration)

Preparation

1
Prepare the filling: In a bowl, combine the chopped dates, crushed walnuts, 1 tablespoon of honey, orange blossom water, and cinnamon. Mix until you have a smooth filling.
2
Stuff the pears: Fill the cavities of the pears with the stuffing, packing lightly so that they are well filled.
3
Baking the pears: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease an ovenproof dish with butter or coconut oil. Arrange the stuffed pears in the dish, then drizzle them with 1 tablespoon of honey diluted in a little water (about 2 tablespoons). Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the pears are tender but still hold their shape.
4
Finishing and decoration: Remove the foil for the last 5 minutes of cooking, to lightly caramelize the pears.
5
Serve the pears warm or at room temperature, decorated with chopped pistachios.

Note

Serve these pears stuffed with dates and walnuts on a plate drizzled with their cooking juices.

Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or lightly sweetened fromage blanc.

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