What type of pears are best for poaching in this recipe?

Firmer varieties like Bosc or Anjou pears are ideal as they hold their shape well during the poaching process.

Can I make the coconut cream filling ahead of time?

Yes, the coconut filling can be prepared a day in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Is there a substitute for red wine if I prefer not to use alcohol?

You could poach the pears in a mixture of grape juice, water, and the same spices for a non-alcoholic version.

How do I achieve a smooth chocolate sauce?

Melt the dark chocolate and coconut cream together over very low heat, stirring constantly until fully combined and smooth.

What's the best way to store leftover Coconut Cream-Stuffed Pears?

Store any leftover pears in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.

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Coconut Cream-Stuffed Pear With Chocolate
[Vegan]

KZ By: Kuteer and Trisha Zanasi

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Red wine-poached pear halves, stuffed with creamy coconut filling, drizzled with dark chocolate sauce and cacao nibs, on a white plate.

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Ingredients You Need for Coconut Cream-Stuffed Pear With Chocolate [Vegan]

For the Pears:

4 pears
3/4 cup red wine
1/4 cup coconut palm sugar
2 cinnamon sticks
2 anise stars

For the Coconut Filling:

1/4 cup and 3 tablespoons coconut cream
Meat from 1/2 of 1 coconut, peeled

For the Chocolate:

1/2 cup dark bitter chocolate 70% cocoa butter
1/4 cup and 3 tablespoons coconut cream

For the Garnish:

2 tablespoons cacao nibs

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How to Prepare Coconut Cream-Stuffed Pear With Chocolate [Vegan]

To Make the Pears:

Cut pears in half, peel, and remove seeds. Place in an oven tray.
Mix red wine, palm sugar, cinnamon sticks, and anise star. Pour the mixture on top of the pears and let marinate for one hour. Bake in the oven at 340°F for 10 minutes. Place pears on a plate and pour the marinade into a small pot. Place the pot on the stove and reduce the marinade to half on medium heat. Pour reduced marinade on the pears.