Best 7 Pancetta Pear Pecan Puffs Recipes

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Pancetta pear pecan puffs are a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors, making them the perfect appetizer or snack. This delightful treat is easy to prepare and can be tailored to your own personal preferences. Whether you are hosting a party or simply looking for a delicious snack, these pancetta pear pecan puffs are sure to be a hit. Read on to discover the best recipe for this delectable dish, along with tips and tricks for making it perfect every time.

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PECAN DUSTED PUFF PASTRY CARAMELIZED PEAR NAPOLEONS



Pecan Dusted Puff Pastry Caramelized Pear Napoleons image

Provided by Dave Lieberman

Categories     dessert

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup pecans
1 tablespoon melted butter
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 sheet store bought puff pastry, thawed (recommended: Pillsbury)
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
1 1/2 pounds Bosc pears, cut into 1/2-inch slices (about 6 large or 8 small)
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat 400 degrees F.
  • Chop the pecans to the consistency of rough crumbs. Toss with the butter, sugars and cinnamon in a small bowl. Spread the mixture out onto a baking sheet and cook in the oven 7 to 10 minutes, until darkened and lightly caramelized. Set aside to cool.
  • Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface to 1/16-inch thickness. Cut the puff pastry sheet into 12 squares, approximately 3 by 3 inches. Lay out on a baking sheet and bake 15 to 20 minutes, until puffed and golden brown. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
  • Melt the butter with both the sugars in a skillet over medium heat. Add the pears. Cook until pears are just tender and juices thicken to a syrup consistency, about 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Whip the cream, granulated sugar and vanilla in a mixing bowl until it forms soft peaks.
  • Place a puff pastry square in the center of a serving bowl or plate. Top with a few pears, whipped cream and pecan pieces. Repeat this process 2 more times ending with a sprinkle of nuts.

PANCETTA, PEAR & PECAN PUFFS



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I was recently at a wedding reception where the menu was all small bites. Here's my rendition of the pear pastries they served. They're the perfect combo of savory and sweet. -Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
6 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons honey
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup (1 ounce) crumbled fresh goat cheese
3 tablespoons crumbled crisp pancetta or crumbled cooked bacon
3 tablespoons finely chopped peeled ripe pear
2 tablespoons finely chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. On a lightly floured surface, unfold pastry dough. Using a 1-3/4-in. round cookie cutter, cut dough into 24 circles. Transfer to parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake until golden brown, 10-12 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack. , Meanwhile, beat cream cheese, honey, salt and pepper until well blended. Fold in goat cheese, pancetta, pear and pecans., Halve each cooled pastry. Spoon cream cheese mixture over bottom pastry halves; cover with top halves. Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 178mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

PANCETTA, PEAR AND PARMESAN SCONES



Pancetta, Pear and Parmesan Scones image

Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 8 scones

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 pound pancetta or bacon
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus 6 tablespoons cold cut into cubes
1 pear, cut into small cubes
2 cups all purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
Pinch kosher salt
Pinch sugar
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon finely chopped rosemary leaves
1 cup heavy cream, plus more for brushing
1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan, plus extra for garnish

Steps:

  • Coat a small skillet with olive oil and cook the pancetta over medium heat until it is crisp. Drain on paper towels; break it up into pieces when it is cool. Wipe out the skillet and heat 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat until it starts to brown; be careful not to let it burn. Add the pear cubes and cook them until they are soft but still holding their shape, about 5 to 7 minutes. Set aside on a plate to cool.
  • Heat oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Sift into a bowl the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Add the remaining butter and cut it in with a pastry blender or your hands until it resembles coarse bread crumbs. Stir in the pepper, rosemary, and pancetta. Add the cream; mix just until the dough has come together. With floured hands, gather the dough into a ball and place it onto a floured surface. Divide the dough into 8 pieces and form them into balls. Place them onto a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Press a well into the center of each with your thumb, place 1 teaspoon of the cooled cooked pears into the well, and pinch the scones closed. Sprinkle the tops with the cheese. Bake the scones for 12 to 14 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown. Remove from the baking sheet and cool on a wire rack. Sprinkle with some more parmesan.

SOUTHERN PECAN PUFFS



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I got this recipe from the Pepperidge Farm website. These are absolutely divine!!!! They are easy and delicious and look so fabulous!

Provided by Charmie777

Categories     Tarts

Time 27m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

0.5 (17 1/3 ounce) package frozen puff pastry sheets (1 sheet)
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons melted butter
1/3 cup chopped pecans
powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Thaw pastry sheet at room temperature 30 minute Preheat oven to 400º.
  • Mix brown sugar, butter and pecans.
  • Unfold pastry on lightly floured surface. Roll into 15"x12" rectangle. Cut into 20 squares (I actually only did 16).
  • Press squares into bottoms of muffin tins. Place 1 heaping teaspoon pecan mixture in center of each.
  • Bake 12 minutes or until golden.
  • Remove from pans. Cool on wire rack.
  • Sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111, Fat 7.1, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 3, Sodium 40.9, Carbohydrate 11.1, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 5.5, Protein 1.1

PECAN PUFFS II



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These are similar to Russian Tea Cakes but use cake flour instead of regular. They literally melt in you mouth!!!

Provided by Millie Kae

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Pecan Dessert Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup sifted cake flour
1 cup pecan halves
½ cup confectioners' sugar for rolling

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
  • In a medium bowl, cream together butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in the vanilla. Grind pecans in a food processor or blender; toss with cake flour. Stir the pecan mixture into the creamed mixture until well blended. Roll the dough into tablespoon balls, then place them 1 inch apart onto the prepared cookie sheets.
  • Bake for 25 to 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until lightly browned. Roll warm cookies in confectioners' sugar. When they are cooled, roll them again.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8.8 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 27.4 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

PANCETTA CRISPS WITH GOAT CHEESE AND PEAR



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Pancetta is baked in the oven to make the base of this appetizer. It makes a beautiful presentation. From Bon Appetit, Decemeber 2004.

Provided by Jules127

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 16 appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 4

16 slices pancetta (thin slices)
16 teaspoons soft fresh goat cheese (from 5-ounce log)
2 small very ripe pears, halved, cored, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
fresh thyme leave

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F
  • Place pancetta slices in single layer on large rimmed baking sheet. Sprinkle with pepper.
  • Bake until golden, about 8 to 10 minutes (watch carefully not to burn). Using spatula, slide pancetta crisps onto platter.
  • Top each with 1 teaspoon goat cheese and 1 pear slice. Sprinkle with thyme and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 10.1, Sodium 0.2, Carbohydrate 2.7, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 1.7, Protein 0.1

PANCETTA CRISPS WITH GOAT CHEESE AND PEAR



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Categories     Cheese     Fruit     Pork     Appetizer     Brunch     Bake     Cocktail Party     Goat Cheese     Pear     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 16

Number Of Ingredients 4

16 thin slices pancetta
16 teaspoons soft fresh goat cheese (from 5-ounce log)
2 very ripe small pears, halved, cored, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
Fresh thyme leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F. Place pancetta slices in single layer on large rimmed baking sheet. Sprinkle with pepper. Bake until golden, about 10 minutes. Using spatula, slide pancetta crisps onto platter. Top each with 1 teaspoon goat cheese and 1 pear slice. Sprinkle with thyme and serve.

Tips:

  • Use ripe pears for the best flavor and texture.
  • If you don't have pancetta, you can substitute bacon.
  • To make the puffs ahead of time, bake them according to the recipe and then let them cool completely. Store the puffs in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. When you're ready to serve, reheat the puffs in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-15 minutes.
  • These puffs are also delicious served with a dollop of sour cream or crème fraîche.

Conclusion:

Pancetta, pear, and pecan puffs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. With their flaky pastry, sweet and savory filling, and crunchy pecans, these puffs are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a special appetizer, give these puffs a try. You won't be disappointed!

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