Red wine poached pear ice cream is a sophisticated dessert that perfectly combines the sweetness of pear and the intensity of red wine. This recipe is inspired by the classic pear dessert in wine, but in an iced and even more delicious version. It's a perfect dessert for a winter evening or to impress your guests with a touch of elegance and daring.
Ingredients :
- 2 large pears (Bosc or Conference)
- 300 ml red wine (a fruity wine like Merlot or Pinot Noir is ideal)
- 100 ml full cream (or vegetable cream for a lactose-free option)
- 2 tablespoons of cane sugar
- 1 stick of cinnamon
- 2 star anise stars
- 2 cloves
- 1 orange zest (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Preparation of poached pears:
- Peel and prepare the pears :
Peel the pears, keeping their whole shape, then cut them in half and carefully remove the core with a spoon. - Poach the pears :
In a saucepan, pour the red wine , add the sugar , the cinnamon stick , the star anise , the cloves and, if you want, an orange zest for even more aromas. Heat over medium heat until the sugar is well dissolved and the mixture begins to simmer. - Poaching :
Add the pears to the pan and let them cook over low heat for about 20 minutes, until they are tender but still firm. Turn them halfway through cooking so that they soak up the wine well. Once cooked, remove the pears and let them cool. - Wine Reduction :
Allow the red wine to continue to reduce in the pan for another 10 minutes, until it becomes a thick syrup. Leave to cool completely.
Preparation of the ice cream:
- Blend the pears :
In a blender, blend the cooled poached pears with a little red wine syrup (adjust according to your taste to obtain the desired intensity of wine). - Add the cream :
Add the full cream (or vegetable) cream to the pear and red wine mixture, as well as the vanilla extract if you want to soften the flavor of the wine a little. Mix well until you obtain a smooth texture. - Freezing :
Pour this mixture into the jar of your Ninja Creami and put it in the freezer for at least 24 hours. - Transformation into ice cream :
Once the preparation is frozen, use the “Ice cream” mode of your Ninja Creami to obtain a soft and creamy texture.
Tips for serving:
- Chic presentation : Serve the ice cream in coupes or verrines, with a drizzle of reduced red wine syrup to intensify the flavors and give an elegant touch.
- Perfect pairing : This dessert goes wonderfully with crunchy biscuits like almond tuiles, or with dried fruits like figs or walnuts.
Why is this recipe special?
The marriage of pear and red wine is a great dessert classic, and this frozen version makes it an even more refreshing and surprising experience. The pear brings a natural sweetness that wonderfully balances the richness and depth of the wine. The result is an ice cream that is both refined and bold, perfect for a fancy dinner or a special evening.
Conclusion :
Red wine poached pear ice cream is a dessert that combines the simplicity of ingredients with an elegant and sophisticated presentation. This is an ideal recipe if you want to impress your guests or treat yourself with a fruity, spicy and refreshing dessert. Thanks to Ninja Creami , you will obtain a perfect creamy texture, and this dessert will quickly become one of your favorites for special occasions!
