Paleo Classic Poached Pears
Elevate your dessert game with these elegant Paleo Classic Poached Pears—an indulgent treat that's perfectly aligned with clean-eating principles. This healthier twist on the classic poached pears recipe features naturally sweet Bosc pears simmered in a fragrant honey-based syrup infused with warm cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, star anise, and the earthy sweetness of vanilla bean. With lemon zest adding a bright citrus note, the pears become tender and luscious, absorbing the delicate blend of spices. Ideal for a show-stopping finish to a dinner party or a cozy, guilt-free dessert, this recipe requires minimal prep time and showcases the beauty of simple, wholesome ingredients. Serve these spiced pears with a drizzle of thickened syrup for a dessert that’s as impressive as it is nutritious. Keywords: paleo dessert, poached pears, honey syrup, spiced pears, healthy recipes, elegant dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole Bosc pears
- 4 cups Water
- 1 cup Honey
- 2 whole Cinnamon sticks
- 4 whole Whole cloves
- 1 whole Star anise
- 1 whole Vanilla bean
- 1 whole Lemon
Instructions
Peel the Bosc pears, leaving the stems intact. Using a melon baller or small spoon, scoop out the core from the bottom of each pear.
Halve the vanilla bean lengthwise to expose the seeds.
Use a vegetable peeler to strip two or three long strips of zest (yellow outer skin layer) from the lemon, being careful not to include the bitter white pith.
In a large saucepan, combine water and honey over medium heat. Stir until the honey completely dissolves to form a syrup.
Add the cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, star anise, and the split vanilla bean to the syrup. Also, add the lemon zest strips.
Carefully place the peeled pears upright in the saucepan, ensuring they are submerged in the spiced syrup.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Once simmering, lower the heat to medium-low and cover the saucepan with a lid.
Poach the pears for about 20-30 minutes, or until they are tender all the way through when pierced with a fork.
Once done, remove the pears from the syrup and set them aside to cool slightly.
Continue to boil the syrup for an additional 5-10 minutes to slightly thicken if desired.
Serve each poached pear with a generous ladle of the warm spiced syrup. Optionally, garnish with some of the poaching spices or a sprig of fresh mint.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1189 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 1.9 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 53 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 317.6 g | 115% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.3 g | 105% | |
| Total Sugars | 265.7 g | ||
| Protein | 5.3 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 236 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1162 mg | 25% | |
*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.
