Maple Air Fryer Pears with Whipped Cottage Cheese Recipe
Delight in the sweet warmth of Maple Air Fryer Pears paired with creamy whipped cottage cheese in this quick and wholesome dessert recipe. Sliced Bosc pears are gently roasted in an air fryer with butter, maple syrup, and cinnamon, while the cottage cheese is blended with maple syrup, orange zest, and vanilla to create a luscious topping. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish offers a perfect balance of natural fruit sweetness and rich creaminess for a healthy treat or elegant snack.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Air Fried Pears
- 2 Bosc pears
- 2 tbsp butter, softened
- 1 tbsp maple syrup (or honey)
- Cinnamon, to taste
- ½ cup unfiltered apple cider
Whipped Cottage Cheese
- 1 cup 2% cottage cheese
- 1 tbsp maple syrup (or sweetener of choice)
- ½ tsp fresh orange zest
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Pears: Slice each Bosc pear lengthwise down the middle and carefully scoop out the seeds using a small spoon to create a cored cavity for filling.
- Line the Air Fryer Basket: Place a parchment liner inside the air fryer basket to prevent sticking and arrange the pear halves flesh side up within the basket.
- Butter and Season: Spoon softened butter into the cored center of each pear half, brush the remaining butter over the top surfaces, drizzle with maple syrup, and sprinkle cinnamon evenly to enhance the flavor.
- Add Apple Cider and Air Fry: Pour the unfiltered apple cider into the bottom of the lined basket to infuse moisture and air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 18 to 20 minutes until the pears are tender and caramelized.
- Whip the Cottage Cheese: While pears cook, combine cottage cheese, maple syrup, fresh orange zest, and vanilla extract in a mini food processor and blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Serve and Garnish: Once pears are cooked, sprinkle extra cinnamon on top, dollop with the whipped cottage cheese, and optionally garnish with nuts or an additional drizzle of maple syrup or honey for extra sweetness.
Notes
- Use unfiltered apple cider for a richer flavor profile during air frying.
- You can substitute honey for maple syrup to adjust sweetness to your preference.
- For a vegan option, replace butter with coconut oil and use a non-dairy yogurt or vegan cream cheese in place of cottage cheese.
- Delicious served warm as a dessert or a comforting breakfast treat.
- Adjust cinnamon quantity to your taste for a spicier or milder flavor.
