PEAR-ADISE SPICE TWISTS

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Flaky, buttery pear dumplings bake on top of a sweet caramel syrup for a delicious dessert. I like to serve them alongside cinnamon ice cream. -Wendy Nickel, Kiester, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup cold butter
1/4 cup shortening
4 to 5 tablespoons cold water
2 large Bosc pears
SAUCE:
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup butter, cubed
Vanilla ice cream, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine flour and salt; cut in butter and shortening until crumbly. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball. Divide in half; wrap each portion in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 1 to 1-1/2 hours or until easy to handle., Peel pears and cut each into eight wedges. Roll out each portion of dough into a 10x8-in. rectangle. Cut each into eight 1-in.-wide strips. Wrap each strip around a pear wedge., Place wrapped pears in an ungreased 11x7-in. baking dish. Combine brown sugar and spices; sprinkle over the top. In a small saucepan, bring water and butter to a boil; pour mixture over pear twists. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm with ice cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307 calories, Fat 18g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 233mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Jawad ali JOYO
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I wasn't sure how these twists would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. They're really delicious and I'll definitely be making them again.


FAISU KHAN
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These twists are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're worth the effort. They're so delicious and everyone will love them.


Ikedinwa Martins
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I love how these twists freeze well. I can make a big batch and then freeze them for later. They're perfect for a quick snack or dessert.


Iris Menchaca
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These twists are a great way to get your kids to eat fruit. My kids love them and they don't even realize they're eating pears.


David Kuria
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I've made these twists several times now and they're always a hit. They're my new go-to recipe for easy entertaining.


mohammed imran
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These twists are the perfect treat for a cold winter day. They're warm, comforting, and delicious.


Mpho Raboyana
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I love the way these twists smell while they're baking. My whole house smelled like cinnamon and sugar.


Ariyan Ahmed Parvaz
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These twists are so easy to make, but they look like you spent hours on them. They're perfect for impressing your guests.


Dan Shibu
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I made these twists for a potluck and they were a huge success. Everyone raved about them.


Sajid Albaloshi
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These twists are a great way to use up leftover puff pastry. I always have a few sheets in my freezer, so I can make these whenever I want.


Tony Lee
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I've never been a big fan of pears, but these twists changed my mind. They're so delicious!


marianne tudor
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My kids loved helping me make these twists. They're so much fun to make and eat.


Chars dimoles
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These twists are the perfect combination of sweet and savory. I can't get enough of them!


The frisk_twins
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've made it with different fruits and spices, and it always turns out great.


Annabella Mcquade
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These Pear-adise Spice Twists were a hit at my holiday party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.