Pears Poached in Spiced Wine
Elevate your dessert game with these luscious Pears Poached in Spiced Wine, a sophisticated yet approachable dish that's perfect for any occasion. This recipe features firm, ripe pears gently simmered in a luxurious blend of dry red wine, sugar, and warm spices like cinnamon, cloves, and star anise, along with aromatic vanilla and citrusy orange zest. The pears absorb the deep flavors and take on a gorgeous ruby hue, while the poaching liquid reduces into a rich, fragrant syrup that makes every bite irresistible. Ready in under an hour, this elegant dessert is as simple to prepare as it is stunning to serve. Pair the tender pears with a dollop of whipped cream, creamy mascarpone, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a truly indulgent treat. Perfect for holidays, dinner parties, or a romantic night in, this spiced wine poached pears recipe is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole Pears (firm, ripe)
- 750 ml Dry red wine
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 2 Cinnamon sticks
- 1 Vanilla bean
- 1 Orange (zest only)
- 3 Cloves
- 1 Star anise
- 250 ml Water
Instructions
Peel the pears, leaving the stems intact. Slice a small portion off the bottom of each pear to help them stand upright if desired.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the red wine, water, and sugar. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
Slice the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Add both the seeds and pod to the saucepan.
Add the cinnamon sticks, orange zest, cloves, and star anise to the saucepan.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then carefully add the peeled pears. Ensure they are mostly submerged in the liquid.
Simmer the pears for 25-30 minutes, rotating them occasionally for even coloring, until they are tender but still hold their shape.
Using a slotted spoon, carefully remove the pears from the saucepan and set them aside to cool slightly.
Increase the heat to medium-high and simmer the poaching liquid until it reduces to a syrup-like consistency, about 10-15 minutes.
Strain the syrup to remove the spices and zest, if desired.
Serve the pears warm, drizzled with the spiced wine syrup. They can be enjoyed on their own or paired with whipped cream, mascarpone, or vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
421 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 18 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.7 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 56.2 g | ||
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 67 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 479 mg | 10% | |
*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.
