This Pear Speculoos Creamy Dessert combines the warmth of speculoos spices with the fresh sweetness of pears, all layered over a crunchy speculoos biscuit base. This no-bake dessert is not only quick to prepare but also offers a rich, creamy texture that makes it a perfect treat for any occasion.
Why You’ll Love This
The mix of spiced cookie flavor with the light, fruity notes of pear creates a delightful contrast that's both refreshing and comforting. The creamy speculoos layer is smooth and decadent, perfectly complementing the textured biscuit base. This dessert is an excellent choice for those who love a quick, delicious treat that feels gourmet without any extensive cooking.
Perfect Occasion
This dessert is ideal for gatherings, potluck dinners, or as a special treat after a family meal. It's also perfect for holiday celebrations where the warm spices of speculoos feel particularly festive. The elegant presentation makes it suitable for more formal occasions as well.
Decoration Tips
Garnish the top with crushed speculoos biscuits for added crunch and visual appeal. Drizzling some melted speculoos spread or caramel sauce can enhance the flavors and make the dessert look even more enticing. A sprinkle of powdered sugar or a few slices of fresh pear can add a fresh touch to the finished dish.
Ingredients:
- For the Biscuit Base:
- 200g Speculoos biscuits
- 70g melted butter
- For the Speculoos Cream:
- 3 egg yolks
- 30g sugar
- 2 sheets of gelatin (4g total)
- 200g heavy cream
- 200g whole milk
- 160g Speculoos paste
- 1 cooked apple or ripe pear, cubed
Instructions:
- Prepare the Base:
- Crush the Speculoos biscuits in a food processor until finely ground.
- Mix in the melted butter until well combined.
- Press the mixture into a lined 26cm x 11cm mold to form a firm base.
- Make the Cream:
- In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks with sugar until light and pale.
- Soak the gelatin sheets in cold water until they soften.
- Heat the cream and milk in a saucepan until warm but not boiling.
- Melt the Speculoos paste in the microwave.
- Pour a third of the warm milk and cream mixture into the egg yolk mixture while whisking vigorously, then pour everything back into the saucepan.
- Cook the mixture over medium heat to 82°C (179°F), stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and stir in the melted Speculoos paste and drained gelatin until smooth.
- Assemble:
- Arrange the cooked pear or apple cubes over the biscuit base.
- Pour the Speculoos cream over the fruit.
- Refrigerate until the cream sets, typically several hours.
- Decorate and Serve:
- Before serving, sprinkle crushed Speculoos biscuits over the top and drizzle with melted Speculoos spread if desired.
Enjoy this luscious Pear Speculoos Creamy Dessert, a simple yet elegant treat that's sure to impress with its delightful combination of flavors and textures!