Indulge in the decadent combination of sweet pears and rich chocolate in this delightful dessert recipe.

These sweet chocolate pears are a perfect treat for any occasion. The juicy pears are gently poached in a sugar syrup until tender, then drizzled with melted chocolate for a deliciously decadent finish. This elegant dessert is simple to make but will leave a lasting impression on your guests.

Ingredients

• 4 ripe pears
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup water
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 8 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped
• 1 tbsp butter

Directions

1. Peel the pears, leaving the stems intact.
2. In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, water, and vanilla extract. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
3. Add the pears to the saucepan and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the pears are tender when pierced with a fork.
4. Remove the pears from the saucepan and set aside to cool.
5. In a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water, melt the chocolate and butter, stirring until smooth.
6. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the pears and serve immediately.

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