Crock Pot Brilliant Red Pears
Indulge in the elegance of *Crock Pot Brilliant Red Pears*, a show-stopping dessert that’s as stunning as it is delicious. This slow-cooked masterpiece combines tender, juicy red pears with the bold richness of red wine, a touch of citrusy orange zest, and warm spices like cinnamon and cloves. The crock pot works its magic, infusing the fruit with deep, aromatic flavors and a vibrant ruby hue. Finished with a drizzle of concentrated syrup, this easy yet impressive dish can be served warm or at room temperature, making it the perfect addition to any dinner party or cozy evening in. Elevate each bite by pairing it with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a touch of creamy decadence. Whether you’re searching for a unique slow cooker dessert or a sensational way to use ripe pears, this recipe is guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole ripe red pears
- 2 cups red wine
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 whole cinnamon stick
- 3 whole cloves
- 1 strip orange zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 optional whipped cream or vanilla ice cream
Instructions
Peel the red pears, leaving the stems intact. Core the bottom of each pear slightly to remove the seeds. Rub the pears with lemon juice to prevent browning.
In a crock pot, combine red wine, water, sugar, cinnamon stick, cloves, orange zest, and vanilla extract. Stir to dissolve the sugar.
Place the pears upright in the crock pot, ensuring they are partially submerged in the liquid.
Cover the crock pot with a lid and cook on low for 4 hours, or until the pears are tender but still hold their shape.
Carefully transfer the cooked pears to a serving dish.
Remove the cinnamon stick, cloves, and orange zest from the liquid. Turn the crock pot to high or transfer the liquid to a saucepan and simmer until it reduces to a syrupy consistency, about 10-15 minutes.
Drizzle the syrup over the pears, letting it soak in for additional flavor.
Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1284 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.8 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.7 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 58 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 231.2 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.2 g | 101% | |
| Total Sugars | 173.5 g | ||
| Protein | 3.7 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 207 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 1553 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
