Chocolate Ricotta-Filled Pears
Recipe from Better Homes and Gardens

Discover a trio of wonderful flavors--ricotta, chocolate, and pear--in this healthy dessert.


Chocolate Ricotta-Filled Pears

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Servings: Makes 6 servings.
Total Time: 15 mins
Related Categories: Chocolate Desserts, Healthy Dessert, Pears, Quick and Easy, Quick and Easy Dessert
 
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Ingredients
  • 1  cup
    ricotta cheese
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  • 1/3  cup
    sifted powdered sugar
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  • 1  tablespoon
    unsweetened cocoa powder
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  • 1/4  teaspoon
    vanilla
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  • 2  tablespoons
    miniature semisweet chocolate pieces
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  • 1  teaspoon
    finely shredded orange peel
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  • 3 
    large ripe Bosc, Anjou, or Bartlett pears
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  • 2  tablespoons
    orange juice
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  • 2  tablespoons
    slivered or sliced almonds, toasted
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    Fresh mint leaves (optional)
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    Orange peel curls ( optional)
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Directions
1.
In a medium bowl beat the ricotta cheese, sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla with an electric mixer on medium speed until combined. Stir in chocolate pieces and the 1 teaspoon orange peel. Set aside.
2.
Peel the pears; cut in half lengthwise and remove the cores. Remove a thin slice from the rounded sides so the pear halves will sit flat. Brush the pears all over with orange juice. Place the pears on dessert plates. Spoon the ricotta mixture on top of the pears and sprinkle with almonds. If desired, garnish with mint leaves and orange curls. Makes 6 servings.
Nutrition information
Calories 166, Total Fat 6 g, Saturated Fat 2 g, Cholesterol 13 mg, Sodium 52 mg, Carbohydrate 24 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 6 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 5%, Vitamin C 10%, Calcium 11%, Iron 4%. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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