Winter Fruit Persimmon Pear

A visually stunning, refreshing winter dessert featuring sweet persimmons and juicy pears draped in a light, snowy mascarpone cream, garnished with pomegranate seeds and pistachios.

This dessert became a holiday favorite in my family thanks to its beautiful presentation and delightful flavors.

Ingredients

• Fruit: 2 ripe persimmons (Fuyu or Hachiya) peeled and sliced, 2 ripe pears peeled, cored, and thinly sliced, 1/3 cup pomegranate seeds
• Mascarpone Cream: 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 2 tbsp powdered sugar, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• Garnish: 2 tbsp shelled pistachios chopped, Fresh mint leaves (optional), Zest of 1 orange

Instructions

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Step 1:

In a medium mixing bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Whip with a hand mixer or whisk until light and fluffy.

Step 2:

Arrange persimmon and pear slices artfully on a serving platter or individual plates, slightly overlapping for a snowscape effect.

Step 3:

Dollop or pipe the mascarpone cream over the fruit, evoking patches of fresh snow.

Step 4:

Sprinkle pomegranate seeds and chopped pistachios over the top.

Step 5:

Finish with a sprinkle of orange zest and fresh mint leaves, if using. Serve immediately.

Cook complete meals by frying, sautéing, simmering, and boiling with easy nonstick cleanup every day.

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Cook complete meals by frying, sautéing, simmering, and boiling with easy nonstick cleanup every day.

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This dessert always brings smiles during our winter family gatherings, making the season sweeter and brighter.

Notes

Excellent paired with a glass of Moscato dAsti or a light dessert wine.

Required Tools

Mixing bowl, Hand mixer or whisk, Knife and cutting board, Zester or microplane

Allergen Information

Contains dairy (mascarpone, heavy cream) and tree nuts (pistachios). Double-check all ingredient labels for potential allergens.

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This elegant dessert is simple to assemble and sure to impress your guests with its fresh and festive flavors.

Recipe FAQs

→ What types of persimmons work best for this dessert?

Fuyu or Hachiya persimmons are ideal, as they offer a sweet and firm texture when ripe, perfect for slicing and layering.

→ Can I substitute mascarpone in the cream?

Greek yogurt is a lighter alternative that still provides creamy richness while reducing fat content.

→ How do the garnishes enhance the dish?

Pomegranate seeds add a juicy crunch, pistachios bring nutty texture, and orange zest with mint offers refreshing aromatics.

→ Is this dessert suitable for gluten-free diets?

Yes, all ingredients naturally exclude gluten, making it safe for gluten-sensitive individuals.

→ What is the best way to serve this dessert?

Arrange fruit slices overlapping on a platter, add mascarpone cream in dollops, then sprinkle garnishes just before serving for freshness.