Keto Classic Poached Pears
Indulge in the guilt-free elegance of Keto Classic Poached Pears, a low-carb twist on a timeless dessert. This recipe transforms firm pears into tender, aromatic delights, gently poached in a sugar-free syrup infused with warm cinnamon, star anise, and bright lemon peel. Sweetened with erythritol and enhanced by hints of vanilla, this keto-friendly treat is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without compromising your lifestyle. With just 15 minutes of prep and bold, seasonal flavors, these poached pears are a sophisticated yet simple dessert that shines on any occasion. Serve them warm or at room temperature, optionally paired with whipped cream for an irresistible finishing touch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 Small firm pears
- 2 cups Water
- 1 cup Erythritol
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 Cinnamon stick
- 2 Star anise
- 2 strips Lemon peel
Instructions
Peel the pears, keeping the stems attached if possible. Trim the base of each pear so they can stand upright if desired.
In a medium saucepan, combine the water, erythritol, lemon juice, vanilla extract, cinnamon stick, star anise, and lemon peel.
Heat the mixture over medium-high heat until it begins to boil gently.
Reduce the heat to low, add the peeled pears to the saucepan, and cover with a lid.
Allow the pears to poach in the syrup for approximately 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking, until they are tender but not mushy.
Check the tenderness by inserting a toothpick or a knife into the pears; it should easily go through without resistance.
Once cooked, carefully remove the pears from the saucepan and let them cool slightly.
Increase the heat to medium-high and let the syrup simmer for about 5 minutes, reducing slightly to intensify the flavors.
Remove the cinnamon stick, star anise, and lemon peel from the syrup.
Place the pears on serving plates and drizzle generously with the reduced syrup.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Optionally, garnish with a dollop of whipped cream sweetened with a non-caloric sweetener for an extra touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
474 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.7 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 28 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 364.2 g | 132% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.2 g | 101% | |
| Total Sugars | 71.1 g | ||
| Protein | 4.5 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 224 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1045 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.
