Pear Butter
Transform your seasonal harvest into a jar of luscious pear butter with this easy, homemade recipe that’s brimming with warm spices and natural sweetness. Made from ripe, juicy pears, this silky spread combines granulated and brown sugars with hints of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and a touch of vanilla to create a perfectly balanced, spiced treat. Simmered low and slow for richer flavor and a velvety texture, this spread is ideal for slathering on toast, swirling into yogurt, or enhancing baked goods. Ready in just a few simple steps, this pear butter recipe is perfect for preserving fall flavors, offering a homemade gift idea, or elevating your breakfast routine. Store it in jars to enjoy for weeks, or process for long-term storage. Perfect for lovers of fruit spreads, seasonal canning, or effortless DIY condiments!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups ripe pears, cored and chopped
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 cup water
Instructions
Wash, core, and chop the pears into small pieces. You don’t need to peel them as the skins will cook down and contribute to the smooth texture.
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, combine the chopped pears, water, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the pears are very soft and begin to break down, about 20-30 minutes.
Using an immersion blender (or transferring the mixture to a countertop blender in batches), carefully puree the cooked pears until smooth. If using a blender, return the pureed mixture to the pot.
Stir in the granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and vanilla extract. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer gently, uncovered, for 60-90 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking, and more frequently as the pear butter thickens.
The pear butter is ready when it is thick, spreadable, and holds its shape on a spoon. To test, you can place a small spoonful on a plate and let it cool; it should stay in place without running.
Once thickened, remove the pot from the heat and let the pear butter cool slightly. Transfer it into sterilized jars or airtight containers.
Store the pear butter in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks or process the jars in a hot water bath for 10 minutes to make them shelf-stable.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
80 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.1 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.4 g | ||
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 18 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 126 mg | 3% | |
*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.
