Crock Pot Maple Sauced Pears
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with Crock Pot Maple Sauced Pears—a delightful slow-cooked dessert that combines tender, spiced pears with a luscious maple-cinnamon sauce. Perfectly ripe pears are gently cooked in a crock pot with a heavenly blend of pure maple syrup, warm cinnamon, a touch of nutmeg, and a splash of orange juice, creating a dish that's both simple and elegant. The buttery sauce infuses every bite with rich, caramel-like sweetness, while optional chopped pecans add a satisfying crunch. Ready in just 10 minutes of prep and requiring minimal effort, this dish is the ultimate make-ahead treat for autumn gatherings or a cozy night in. Serve these irresistible pears warm with a drizzle of syrup or alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a dessert that’s as comforting as it is memorable.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole Pears
- 0.5 cup Maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup Orange juice
- 2 tablespoons Chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
Peel the pears, leaving the stems intact, and remove the core from the bottom using a paring knife or melon baller.
In a small saucepan, combine the maple syrup, unsalted butter, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, vanilla extract, and orange juice. Heat over medium-low heat until the butter melts and the ingredients are well combined. Remove from heat.
Place the peeled pears upright in the crock pot.
Pour the maple mixture over the pears, making sure they are evenly coated.
Cover the crock pot and cook on the LOW setting for 3 hours, or until the pears are tender when pierced with a fork.
Baste the pears with the sauce from the bottom of the crock pot every hour to ensure even flavor distribution.
Once cooked, carefully transfer the pears to serving bowls. Spoon the warm maple sauce over the top.
Garnish with chopped pecans, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1158 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.3 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.0 g | 75% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 22 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 226.1 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.5 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 181.7 g | ||
| Protein | 4.7 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 100 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 1018 mg | 22% | |
*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.
