Grilled fruit is a sure sign that summer is on its way. These grilled pears are filled with caramel and chocolate before grilling so that everything heats up and the sauce gets decadently hot and gooey.
One day when cutting and coring pears for a snack, I decided they needed a little something. I warmed up some peanut butter and drizzled it in.
Then I thought, I bet I can make something like this into a delicious summertime dessert!
What Type Of Pears?
For this recipe I used Taylor’s Gold Pears. These pears come from New Zealand and are at the peek of freshness from April until July, making them the perfect choice for summer recipes. They’re very juicy and sweet with a melt-in-your-mouth texture. When heated, they get soft enough to cut with a fork.
Learn more about pear varieties and what each is best used for from Epicurious.
Making Grilled Pears
I decided that to make a filled pear dessert, the fruit needed to soften up before eating. I popped some pear halves onto the grill to see if that would soften them enough. It did! And the flavor of grilled pear turned out to be a real treat – it reminded me a bit of campfire marshmallows, all sweet and toasty.
I decided to fill the pears with caramel sauce (the store-bought kind) before grilling them. To make it a bit more special, I added some chocolate chips. While the pears brown on the bottoms, the caramel and chocolate inside get hot and gooey.
The pears get soft and buttery from being grilled. Your fork will slide through the pear easily, and a glorious puddle of caramel and chocolate will soon cover your plate. (Best to add some ice cream to catch those drips).
Grilled Pears Filled with Hot Caramel and Chocolate Sauce
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 12 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: American
DESCRIPTION
These easy grilled pears are filled with caramel and chocolate before grilling so that everything heats up and the sauce gets decadently hot and gooey.
Ingredients
- 4 Gold Pears
- 4 Tbsp. caramel sauce
- 32 chocolate chips
- 4 scoops of vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Prepare grill for medium-heat direct cooking.
- Cut pears in half. Set pears cut side down. Cut a flat 1/4 inch slice off of the roundest part of the pear (this is so that the pears will be less likely to tip over on the grill). Flip pears over. Use a spoon to scoop out the core from each pear half, making a round bowl in each, approximately the size of a half golf ball.
- Transfer pears to a flat tray. Pour 1 tablespoon of caramel sauce into the bowl of each pear. Add 8 chocolate chips to each.
- Use tongs and a metal lifter to carefully transfer the pears to the grill. Cover the grill, opening it to check on the pears occasionally. Cook until pears have softened, dark grill marks appear on the bottoms, and the chocolate chips have melted, about 7 minutes.
- Use a small spoon to stir the chocolate into the caramel in each pear half. Use tongs and metal lifter to remove pears from grill.
- Serve each person 2 pear halves and 1 scoop of ice cream.
Jack says
Love grilled fruit! Such a great way to get an amazing summer dessert! Can’t wait to try this!
Christine Pittman says
Absolutely, Jack! Such a fun change.
Karen D says
Looks great! Never thought of combining chocolate with pears, but caramel to top it all.. sounds good.
Kelly Tupick says
They all look so good. The one that I would like to try the most is the grilled pears with chocolate and caramel sauce recipe.
Peggy Johnson says
The grilled pears sound good
Janis says
Cranberry Pear Scones with Orange Glaze or Grilled Pears Filled with Hot Caramel and Chocolate Sauce would be my 2 choices and I’ll definitely be making both this summer!
Tina W says
I’m thinking the Pear Gorgonzola Easy Ravioli will definitely be on the menu for our next “at home date night”.
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Tanya says
Pears are my absolute favorite fruit. Thank you for the recipies – I can’t wait to try (and eat) them!
dina says
they look delicious!
lori clark says
grilled pears …that sounds very different..never would have thought of that!
HS says
I want to try Pickled Pear Sorbetto.
ruksana mohammed says
Grilled pears filled with hot caramel and chocolate sauce. Can’t wait to try :)
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Nupur says
This looks amazing. I finally got Taylors Gold Pears and loved them. So fresh and crunchy. Trying this recipe out soon. Thanks
Darla says
grilled pears sound amazing!
Kristin says
Oo. Grilled pears. Take out the caramel and now I have a primal sub for smores!
Jennifer Ferguson says
These really do look right up my alley! And somewhat healthy even!
Judy says
grilled pears!
Janice Dean says
I am going to be trying the Chocolate Dipped Pear Popsicles! Thanks
melinda allen says
The Chocolate Dipped Pear Popsicles you cant go wrong with chocolate a woman craves it all the time and to have it with fruit would be remarkable in these summer hot months in Texas!
Betsy Barnes says
I love them all, however, the Grilled Pears Filled with Hot Caramel and Chocolate Sauce from Cook The Story is my favorite! Yummy pears with caramel and chocolate, wow! :)
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angela vaught montgomery says
I would love to try the Chocolate Dipped Pear Popsicles sounds so yummy
Karen Lynch says
Mini pear and blackberry pies.
Sally T. says
The recipe I would most like to try is the
grilled pears with chocolate and caramel sauce.
I love to make my desserts on the grill.
Thank-You for this wonderful recipe.
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Christine Pittman says
Sally, Thanks so much! It is a really great dessert, and super-easy to make too. I know you’ll love it. (For more pear fun and the chance to win some prizes, join us tonight on twitter. Follow hashtag #loveNZfruit. Hope to see you there!)
Kimberly C says
The Chocolate Dipped Pear Popsicles sound very yummy!!
Christine Pittman says
Kimberley,
Don’t they? I’m going to make them for my kids. I know they’ll love them. (For more pear fun and the chance to win some prizes, join us tonight on twitter. Follow hashtag #loveNZfruit. Hope to see you there!)
Lauren @ Climbing Grier Mountain says
OH YES!! These grilled pears look amazing!
Christine Pittman says
Thanks Lauren!
Ashley Tucker says
I’d love to try the grilled pears!
Christine Pittman says
Ashley,
They really are delicious. And so easy to make. I hope you love them as much as we do. (For more pear fun and the chance to win some prizes, join us tonight on twitter. Follow hashtag #loveNZfruit. Hope to see you there!)
Sylvie | Gourmande in the Kitchen says
Oh does that sound heavenly!
Christine Pittman says
Thanks Sylvie! Your recipes are so amazing. This compliment from you has made my day. (If you’re free tonight, join us at 8pm EST for more summer fruit tips and recipes and prizes too. We’d love to have you there. Follow #loveNZfruit)
Wendy | Around My Family Table says
I love grilled fruit- this looks divine!
How to Philosophize with Cake says
Now that is one fancy way to prepare pears! Caramel sauce and chocolate sauce definitely sound like my kind of way to spice up a fruit :)
Christine Pittman says
Thanks so much! It’s actually simple to make as well. (For more pear fun and the chance to win some prizes, join us tonight on twitter. Follow hashtag #loveNZfruit. Hope to see you there!)
Joss says
This recipe looks delicious!
Christine Pittman says
Thanks Joss! Hey, if you’re free tonight at 8pm EST, join us for more pear recipes and tips and prizes too. (If you are who I think you are then you’re in Canada. Just to let you know that the prizes are open to Canadian residents as well so you’re eligible).
Carrie @ poet in the pantry says
I LOVE this idea! Never thought of grilling pears before, but why not? The chocolate + caramel really takes them over the top. I bet I could make this work on my soft foods diet restriction right now. ;)
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Christine Pittman says
Carrie,
Absolutely! The pears do get nice and soft. Just make sure you leave them on long enough.
Sarah Hutson says
I have never, grilled pears! The caramel and chocolate pears look delish! We’re having ribs tomorrow night, if I go to the grocery can you recommend a type of pair that’s easily found? Would like to have them for dessert!
Christine Pittman says
Sarah, Definitely look for the Taylor’s Gold Pears. They’re available throughout the US and Canada. If you can’t find them, try to get a ripe russeted pear. Not a hard green pear. (For more pear fun and the chance to win some prizes, join us tonight on twitter. Follow hashtag #loveNZfruit. Hope to see you there!)
MaryB says
The pickled pear sorbetto is calling my name!
Christine Pittman says
Mary, Doesn’t it sounds so intriguing. And refreshing? Love the whole idea of it. (If you’re free tonight, join us on twitter for pear and apple recipes and tips and the chance to win some prizes. Follow hashtag #loveNZfruit. Hope to see you there!)
Christy H says
I love the idea of the grilled pears with chocolate and caramel served with ice cream.
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Christine Pittman says
Thanks Christy! It really is tasty. And so easy to make too. (Hey, if you’re free tonight, join us on twitter for pear and apple recipes and tips and the chance to win some prizes. Follow hashtag #loveNZfruit. Hope to see you there!)
Phyllis says
Oh my. Looks and sounds delicious..Dad could even make this dessert and save me some time.
Christine Pittman says
Mom, you’re totally right. Dad could make this. And you could sit back with your friends and have a sip of wine while he does it :)
Jane's Adventures in Dinner says
You know, since this is fruit I can likely even justify having this as a fabulous breakfast C:
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Christine Pittman says
Jane! Yes! This would be perfect for breakfast. Or brunch. Maybe with cinnamon sprinkled on top. And some raisins in there. Great idea. (Hey, if you’re free tonight, join us on twitter for pear and apple recipes and tips and the chance to win some prizes. Follow hashtag #loveNZfruit. It would be great to have you there!)
Sandy Headtke says
Those grilled pears look to die for. Never thought to grill pears.
Christine Pittman says
Thanks Sandy! They turn out really amazing. Let me know if you try it! (If you’re free tonight, join us on twitter for pear and apple recipes and tips and the chance to win some prizes. Follow hashtag #loveNZfruit. Hope to see you there!)
Cookin Canuck says
What a fantastic idea, Christine! This is the perfect summertime dessert. I am finally past the stage of having to cut up food for my kids, but remember those days very well!
Christine Pittman says
Thanks Dara! And hearing that they eventually won’t need me to cut things up gives me hope that it really is something that happens! (And hey, if you’re free tonight, join us on twitter for pear and apple recipes and tips and the chance to win some prizes. Follow hashtag #loveNZfruit. Canadians eligible for all. Hope to see you there!)
Chris says
How about a pear ice cream?
Chris
Christine Pittman says
Chris, One of the bloggers made a pickled pear sorbetto. That’s kind of like ice cream. But I hear you – pear with cream and cinnamon and caramel would be sublime. (Oh, hey, if you’re free tonight, join us on twitter for pear and apple recipes and tips and the chance to win some prizes. Follow hashtag #loveNZfruit at 8pm. Hope to see you there!)
Andrea says
I’d like to try the Mini Pear and Blackberry Pies.
Christine Pittman says
Andrea,
Don’t they sound so so good? Pear and blackberry go together really well. I want to try it to. (Oh, and if you’re free tonight, join us on twitter for pear and apple recipes and tips and the chance to win some prizes. Follow hashtag #loveNZfruit at 8pm Eastern. Hope to see you there!)
Ray S says
I would most like to try Chocolate Dipped Pear Popsicles!
Christine Pittman says
Ray, I hear you! I know that my kids (and I!) would go crazy for those. (Oh, and if you’re free tonight, join us on twitter for pear and apple recipes and tips and the chance to win some prizes. Follow hashtag #loveNZfruit at 8pm Eastern. Hope to see you there!)
Rachel Cooks says
What a fun and unique recipe! Would be so impressive for entertaining!
Christine Pittman says
Thanks Rachel! I made it for our Memorial Day BBQ this weekend. It turned out really well and was quick to make even for a big group. I undercooked some of the pears though :(. But most of them were nice and soft. And the caramel was hot for all. That’s the most important thing!
Jenni says
Simple and delicious–what an easy and elegant dessert!
Christine Pittman says
Thanks Jenni!
Becca from It's Yummi! says
Brian’s sitting next to me, whining about how sad it is that we can’t make this recipe (because we’re out of Taylor’s Gold pears). Guess we’ll have to take a vacation to New Zealand!
Your pears look amazing!
Christine Pittman says
Ha ha Becca! I think you’ll be able to find the pears at your grocery store here in the US. Definitely look for them :)