Heart-Healthy Classic Poached Pears
Indulge in the elegance of **Heart-Healthy Classic Poached Pears**, a guilt-free dessert that’s as wholesome as it is beautiful. This easy-to-make dish features ripe yet firm pears gently simmered in a fragrant infusion of honey, lemon juice, cinnamon, vanilla, and star anise. The result is a tender, subtly sweet treat with warm, aromatic flavors that delight the senses. Prepared with minimal added sugar and no butter, it’s perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without compromising on a heart-healthy lifestyle. Serve these poached pears drizzled with their reduced syrup and a hint of fresh mint for a dessert that feels indulgent yet light. Ideal for dinner parties or a simple, health-conscious dessert, this recipe is a celebration of natural ingredients and elegant presentation. Keywords: heart-healthy desserts, poached pears, easy fruit recipes, low-sugar desserts, elegant dessert recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole Ripe but firm pears
- 4 cups Water
- 1/4 cup Honey
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 whole Cinnamon stick
- 1 whole Vanilla bean (split and seeds scraped)
- 2 whole Star anise
- 8 leaves Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the pears, leaving the stems intact.
Cut a small slice off the bottom of each pear so they can stand upright. This also helps them cook evenly.
In a large saucepan, combine water, honey, lemon juice, cinnamon stick, vanilla bean, and star anise.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the honey dissolves.
Carefully add the pears to the simmering liquid, ensuring they are fully submerged. You can add a little more water if necessary.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and poach the pears for about 20-30 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
Turn the pears occasionally to ensure even cooking.
Once the pears are cooked, remove them from the poaching liquid and let them cool slightly.
Strain the poaching liquid and reserve it. It can be reduced to a syrup by simmering it further, if desired.
Serve the poached pears warm or at room temperature, drizzled with the poaching syrup and garnished with fresh mint leaves.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
646 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.0 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 44 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 167.1 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.3 g | 98% | |
| Total Sugars | 117.7 g | ||
| Protein | 4.8 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 222 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1055 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.
