Hot Pear Lemonade
Cozy up with a steaming mug of Hot Pear Lemonade, a delightful twist on traditional winter drinks that combines the natural sweetness of ripe pears with the tangy brightness of fresh lemon juice. Infused with a comforting blend of warm spices like cinnamon, optional ginger, and cloves, this beverage is gently sweetened with honey or maple syrup, making it a naturally soothing treat. Perfect for chilly days, this quick and easy recipe takes just 25 minutes to prepare and serves four. Whether you’re looking to unwind or impress guests with a seasonal drink, Hot Pear Lemonade is a must-try for those craving a balance of fruity freshness and aromatic warmth. Serve it with a garnish of pear slices or a festive cinnamon stick for an elevated presentation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large ripe pears
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 4 cups water
- 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 inch, sliced fresh ginger (optional)
- 2 cloves (optional)
Instructions
Peel, core, and dice the pears into small chunks.
In a medium saucepan, combine the water, diced pears, cinnamon stick, and optional ginger and cloves.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the pears are tender.
Remove the saucepan from heat and carefully strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a heatproof bowl or pitcher, pressing down on the pears to extract all the juices. Discard the solids.
Stir in the fresh lemon juice and honey (or maple syrup) until fully dissolved. Taste and adjust the sweetness or acidity as needed.
Pour the hot pear lemonade into mugs and serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with a thin slice of lemon, a cinnamon stick, or a wedge of pear for a decorative touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
363 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.3 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 47 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 97.6 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 69.7 g | ||
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 147 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 548 mg | 12% | |
*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.
