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A serving platter of Honey Thyme Roasted Pears & Apples with Maple Cream.

Honey-Thyme Roasted Pears and Apples with Maple-Whipped Mascarpone

Meg van der Kruik
Honey-Thyme Roasted Pears and Apples with Maple-Whipped Mascarpone is a delightful blend of rustic and refined flavors. Sweet pears and apples are roasted with honey and fresh thyme, then caramelized to perfection. Paired with a luscious maple-whipped mascarpone and a sprinkle of toasted walnuts, this dish is an elegant yet simple dessert that's sure to impress.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 322 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

For the pears and apples:

  • 2 pears, halved & cored
  • 2 apples halved & cored
  • 2 TBSP California olive oil
  • 4 TBSP honey, divided
  • 1 TBSP fresh thyme
  • 1 tsp salt

For the maple mascarpone:

  • 1 cup Mascarpone cheese
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 4 TBSP maple syrup
  • ½ tsp lemon zest
  • salt to taste

For the garnish:

  • 3 TBSP walnuts, toasted & chopped
  • 1 lemon, zested into thin strips

Instructions
 

To make the pears and apples:

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Halve and core the pears and apples. Place the halves on the parchment-lined baking sheet, cut side up. Brush the cut sides of the pears and apples with the olive oil. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of honey evenly over the cut sides, then spread all over with a spoon. Sprinkle the thyme and salt over the pears and apples.
  • Roast for 20-30 minutes, depending on size, rotating the pan after 10 minutes to ensure even roasting.
  • Preheat a large skillet over high heat. Working in batches, carefully transfer the roasted pears and apples to the hot skillet, cut side down. Sear for 1-2 minutes until the cut sides are golden brown in color, using the juices that have pooled in the cored parts to help caramelize them.
  • Remove from the skillet and drizzle with the remaining 2 tablespoons of honey.

To make the maple mascarpone:

  • While the pears and apples are roasting, add the mascarpone, heavy cream, maple syrup, and lemon zest to the bowl of a stand mixer. Using the paddle attachment, whip the mixture until it reaches a stiff consistency, about 1-2 minutes. Season with salt to taste and set aside in the refrigerator until ready to use.

To serve:

  • Spread the maple mascarpone onto a serving platter. Top with the prepared pears and apples, cut side up. Sprinkle with chopped walnuts and lemon zest, then serve.

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Nutrition

Calories: 322kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 312mgPotassium: 135mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 670IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 76mgIron: 1mg
Keyword apple, blueberry dessert, bosc pear, easy dessert, honey, maple syrup, pear dessert, roasted apple, roasted pear, whipped maple cream
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