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Winter Fruit Persimmon Pear

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This winter fruit dish features ripe persimmons and juicy pears elegantly layered and topped with a light mascarpone cream. The addition of pomegranate seeds and chopped pistachios provides bursts of texture and vibrant color, while a hint of orange zest and fresh mint balance the flavors beautifully. A quick and easy assembly creates a visually stunning and refreshing treat perfect for chilly days.

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Updated on Wed, 10 Dec 2025 12:39:00 GMT
Sliced persimmons and pears create a winter snowscape in this beautiful dessert recipe. Save
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A visually stunning, refreshing winter dessert featuring sweet persimmons and juicy pears draped in a light, snowy mascarpone cream, garnished with pomegranate seeds and pistachios.

This dessert has become a favorite at my winter gatherings for its fresh flavors and elegant presentation.

Ingredients

  • Fruit: 2 ripe persimmons (Fuyu or Hachiya), peeled and sliced, 2 ripe pears peeled cored and thinly sliced, 1/3 cup pomegranate seeds
  • Mascarpone Cream: 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 2 tbsp powdered sugar, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Garnish: 2 tbsp shelled pistachios chopped, Fresh mint leaves (optional), Zest of 1 orange

Instructions

Step 1:
In a medium mixing bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Whip with a hand mixer or whisk until light and fluffy.
Step 2:
Arrange persimmon and pear slices artfully on a serving platter or individual plates, slightly overlapping for a snowscape effect.
Step 3:
Dollop or pipe the mascarpone cream over the fruit, evoking patches of fresh snow.
Step 4:
Sprinkle pomegranate seeds and chopped pistachios over the top.
Step 5:
Finish with a sprinkle of orange zest and fresh mint leaves, if using. Serve immediately.
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This dessert brings a festive touch and joy to every holiday table in our family.

Required Tools

Mixing bowl, hand mixer or whisk, knife and cutting board, zester or microplane

Allergen Information

Contains dairy and tree nuts. Double-check all ingredient labels for potential allergens.

Nutritional Information

Calories 240 Total Fat 15 g Carbohydrates 23 g Protein 3 g per serving

This vibrant Winter Fruit Snowscape recipe showcases layered persimmons, pears, and creamy mascarpone perfectly. Save
This vibrant Winter Fruit Snowscape recipe showcases layered persimmons, pears, and creamy mascarpone perfectly. | ovenharmony.com

Enjoy this elegant winter dessert as a refreshing finale to any meal.

Recipe FAQ

→ What kind of persimmons work best?

Fuyu or Hachiya persimmons are ideal; Fuyu can be eaten firm, while Hachiya should be fully ripe for sweetness.

→ Can mascarpone cream be substituted?

Greek yogurt offers a lighter alternative, maintaining creaminess with a slightly tangy flavor.

→ How should the fruit be prepared?

Peel and thinly slice persimmons and pears for easy layering and a delicate presentation.

→ What adds the 'snowscape' effect to the dish?

Lightly whipped mascarpone cream dolloped over fruit evokes patches of fresh snow on the presentation.

→ What garnishes enhance the flavor and texture?

Pomegranate seeds add bursts of tartness, pistachios bring crunch, and orange zest adds a bright citrus note.

Winter Fruit Persimmon Pear

Refreshing winter dessert with persimmons, pears, mascarpone cream, pomegranate seeds, and pistachios.

Prep duration
20 min
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Complete duration
20 min
Created by Claire Johnson

Classification Sweet Treats

Complexity Easy

Heritage International

Output 4 Portions

Dietary considerations Meat-free, Without gluten

Components

Fruit

01 2 ripe persimmons (Fuyu or Hachiya), peeled and sliced
02 2 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
03 80 ml pomegranate seeds

Mascarpone Cream

01 120 ml mascarpone cheese
02 120 ml heavy cream
03 30 ml powdered sugar
04 2.5 ml vanilla extract

Garnish

01 30 ml shelled pistachios, chopped
02 Fresh mint leaves (optional)
03 Zest of 1 orange

Directions

Phase 01

Prepare Mascarpone Cream: In a medium mixing bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Whip with a hand mixer or whisk until light and fluffy.

Phase 02

Arrange Fruit: Artfully arrange the persimmon and pear slices on a serving platter or individual plates, overlapping slightly to create a snowscape effect.

Phase 03

Add Mascarpone Cream: Dollop or pipe the mascarpone cream over the arranged fruit to resemble patches of fresh snow.

Phase 04

Garnish: Sprinkle pomegranate seeds and chopped pistachios over the top.

Phase 05

Finish Presentation: Add orange zest and fresh mint leaves, if desired, then serve immediately.

Necessary tools

  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer or whisk
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Zester or microplane

Allergy details

Review each component for potential allergens and consult healthcare professionals if you're unsure about ingredients.
  • Contains dairy (mascarpone, heavy cream)
  • Contains tree nuts (pistachios)

Nutritional information (each portion)

These values are approximate guidelines only and shouldn't replace professional medical guidance.
  • Energy: 240
  • Fats: 15 g
  • Carbohydrates: 23 g
  • Proteins: 3 g