A rich and decadent Thermomix Chocolate Pear Pudding that is quick and easy to make in the Thermomix. Served with a dollop of freshly whipped cream or vanilla ice cream and it's comfort food at its finest.

This Chocolate Pear Pudding recipe is adapted from a Nigella recipe found in her book Nigella Express. It's simple to prepare, and all the ingredients are likely to be found in a well-stocked fridge and pantry.

Chocolate and pears are an ideal pairing, and what I love about this dessert is the gooey self-saucing chocolate it creates as it bakes. Tinned pears are convenient since there's often a spare can in the cupboard, but you can also use fresh, ripe pears.

I enjoy making this during cooler months when I want a quick dessert and prefer minimal effort. Simply drain the pears into a baking dish or ramekins, mix the batter for 30 seconds, pour it over the pears, and bake.

This Chocolate Pear Pudding tastes amazing on its own or even better a dollop of freshly whipped cream. Any leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a day and then reheated in the microwave.

Chocolate pudding in a white oval dish on a pale background.

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Chocolate Pear Pudding in an oval dish on a marble bench top, with blue tea towel on the side.

Thermomix Chocolate Pear Pudding

Vicki Newton

A rich comforting dessert that's easy to make and perfect for winter.

4.39 from 13 votes

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Prep Time :10

Cook Time :30

Total Time :40

Servings :6

Ingredients

1 825g can of pear halves in juice or 2 x 400g tins, you could also use fresh peeled pears
125 g plain flour
25 g cocoa powder
100 g brown sugar
150 g unsalted butter, softened at room temperature
50 g milk
1 teaspoon of baking powder
¼ teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda
2 eggs
2 teaspoons of vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F (180°C fan) and grease a 22cm square or oval ovenproof dish or one of similar proportions. You could also use 4-6 ramekins.
Drain the pears and arrange them on the base of the dish (without the juice).
Put all the remaining ingredients into the Thermomix bowl and mix for 15 sec/speed 5. Scrape down the sides and mix again for 15 sec/speed 5 until the mixture is fully incorporated.
Spread the batter evenly over the pears and bake in the oven for 30-40 minutes.
Let it stand out of the oven for 5-10 minutes before serving with fresh whipped cream or ice cream.