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 while highlighting natural flavors. This dessert combines the natural sweetness of pears and dates with the richness of nuts, with a touch of honey and orange blossom specific to oriental 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 note to your table.

Preparation time 15 mins

Cooking time 25 mins

Total time 40 mins

Difficulty: beginner

Servings: 4

Ingredients

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

Preparation

1
Prepare the stuffing: In a bowl, mix the chopped dates, crushed walnuts, 1 tablespoon of honey, orange blossom and cinnamon. Mix until you obtain a homogeneous stuffing.
2
Stuff the pears: Fill the cavities of the pears with the stuffing, packing lightly so that they are well stuffed.
3
Cooking the pears: Preheat the oven to 180°C. Brush a baking dish with butter or coconut oil. Arrange the stuffed pears in the dish, then sprinkle them with 1 tablespoon of honey diluted in a little water (about 2 tablespoons). Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the pears are tender but still hold their shape.
4
Finishing and decoration: Remove the aluminum 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 topped with their cooking juices.

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

Keywords: Pears with dates and walnuts, gluten-free Syrian dessert, gluten-free pear dessert, light dessert

Read it online: https://glutenevasion.fr/recette/poires-farcies-aux-dattes-et-aux-noix-syrie/