Skillet Caramelized Pears with Honey Sauce
Firm pears halved and cored, then simmered in a honey-water mixture until tender. The liquid reduces to a golden caramel, enriched with coconut milk or cream for a silky sauce. Warm pears are plated and drizzled with the glossy caramel, served with extra sauce on the side.
Ingredients
- ⅓ c filtered water
- ⅝ c honey
- 3 firm pears, halved and cored
- ⅝ c coconut milk or heavy cream
Instructions
- 1
Pour water into skillet and add honey.
- 2
Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally until bubbling.
- 3
Add pear halves cut side down to the skillet.
- 4
Cover and reduce heat, then simmer for about 15 minutes.
- 5
Uncover and increase to medium heat, cooking until sauce turns golden brown, around 5 minutes.
- 6
Add coconut milk or cream and shake the skillet until fully integrated, about 5 minutes.
- 7
Remove from heat and transfer pears to a plate to cool slightly.
- 8
Plate warm pears and lightly drizzle with caramel sauce.
- 9
Serve with additional caramel sauce on the side.
Good to Know
Cooled pears and sauce refrigerate up to 3 days in airtight container.
Prepare pears and caramel sauce up to 1 day ahead. Rewarm gently before serving.
Serve warm with additional caramel sauce. Pairs with vanilla ice cream, yogurt, or pound cake.
Common Mistakes
Cook honey-water mixture until fully boiling to avoid crystallization.
Do not skip the cover during initial simmer to avoid pears drying out.
Stir gently when adding cream to avoid sauce breaking or spattering.