Dairy-Free Classic Poached Pears
Indulge in the effortless elegance of Dairy-Free Classic Poached Pears, a dessert that transforms simple, wholesome ingredients into a sophisticated treat. Perfectly ripe yet firm pears are gently simmered in a fragrant blend of vanilla, cinnamon, cloves, and citrus zest, creating a delightfully aromatic poaching liquid that infuses every bite with warm, spiced notes. Free from dairy and naturally gluten-free, this recipe is ideal for entertaining or special occasions, offering a light and refined finish to any meal. The reduced syrup made from the poaching liquid serves as the perfect drizzle, enhancing the fruit’s natural sweetness with a luxurious, glossy sheen. Whether served warm or at room temperature, these tender poached pears are a captivating centerpiece for your dessert table, ready to impress guests with both their beauty and flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole ripe but firm pears
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 whole vanilla bean
- 1 whole cinnamon stick
- 4 whole cloves
- 1 whole lemon
- 1 whole orange
Instructions
Peel the pears, leaving the stems intact. Slice a thin layer off the bottom of each pear to allow them to stand upright if desired.
In a large saucepan, combine the water and sugar. Stir to dissolve the sugar over medium heat.
Split the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Add both the seeds and the pod to the saucepan.
Add the cinnamon stick, cloves, zest of the lemon and orange (use a vegetable peeler to avoid the bitter white pith) into the saucepan.
Bring the poaching liquid to a simmer and allow it to boil gently for 5 minutes to let the flavors infuse.
Add the pears to the liquid, ensuring they are fully submerged. You may place a small heatproof plate on top of the pears to keep them submerged, if necessary.
Poach the pears for 25-30 minutes until they are tender when pierced with a fork. Turn the pears occasionally to ensure even cooking.
Remove the pears from the poaching liquid and set aside to cool.
Continue to simmer the poaching liquid until it reduces to a syrupy consistency, approximately 10-15 additional minutes.
Strain the syrup to remove the spices and peels.
Serve the poached pears warm or at room temperature, drizzled with the reduced syrup.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1334 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.3 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 69 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 336.4 g | 122% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.7 g | 117% | |
| Total Sugars | 281.5 g | ||
| Protein | 4.8 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 275 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1255 mg | 27% | |
*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.
