Imagine transforming ordinary pears into a decadent, caramelized dessert in just minutes with minimal effort! These Maple Air Fryer Pears are about to become your new secret weapon in the kitchen - a quick, elegant treat that looks like it came straight from a gourmet restaurant but takes less than 20 minutes to prepare. With a perfect balance of sweet maple syrup, warming cinnamon, and crunchy pecans, this dessert will have your taste buds dancing and your guests begging for the recipe.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 2 ripe pears, halved and cored
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the pears by washing them thoroughly and carefully cutting each pear in half. Use a spoon or melon baller to remove the core, creating a small hollow in the center of each pear half.
- Pat the pear halves dry with a clean paper towel to ensure they will crisp nicely in the air fryer.
- Drizzle maple syrup evenly over the cut side of each pear half, making sure to coat the entire surface.
- Sprinkle ground cinnamon generously over the maple-coated pear halves, ensuring an even distribution of the spice.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 2-3 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Place the prepared pear halves in the air fryer basket, cut side up, ensuring they are not touching each other for optimal air circulation.
- Cook the pears in the air fryer for 12-15 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly caramelized around the edges.
- Once cooked, carefully remove the pear halves from the air fryer using tongs or a heat-resistant spatula.
- Immediately sprinkle chopped pecans over the warm pears to add a crunchy texture and nutty flavor.
- Let the pears cool for 2-3 minutes before serving to allow the maple syrup to set slightly.
- Serve warm as a dessert, potentially accompanied by a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream if desired.
Tips
- Choose ripe but firm pears for the best texture and caramelization. Varieties like Bosc or Anjou work exceptionally well.
- Make sure to pat the pears completely dry before adding maple syrup to help them crisp and caramelize properly.
- Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket - give each pear half enough space for hot air to circulate and create that beautiful golden-brown edge.
- Watch the pears closely in the last few minutes of cooking to prevent burning, as maple syrup can quickly caramelize.
- For an extra indulgent touch, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of mascarpone cream to complement the warm, spiced pears.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 170kcal
Carbohydrates: 37g
Protein: 1g
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
