Quick Pear Butter
Capture the cozy warmth of autumn with this Quick Pear Butter, a luscious spread that’s as easy to make as it is irresistible. Perfectly ripe pears are simmered with a fragrant blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, sweetened with a touch of granulated and brown sugar, and brightened with a hint of lemon juice and vanilla. With just 10 minutes of prep and 35 minutes of cooking time, this pear butter transforms into a silky-smooth delight thanks to a quick puree. Spread it on toast, swirl it into oatmeal, or use it as a topping for pancakes or yogurt. This homemade pear butter recipe is a fragrant, fall-inspired favorite that’s perfect for gifting or enjoying throughout the season.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 medium ripe pears
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups brown sugar
- 1 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cloves
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.25 cups water
Instructions
Peel, core, and chop the pears into small chunks.
In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped pears, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, lemon juice, and water.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Lower the heat to a simmer and cook the mixture for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pears are softened and most of the liquid has evaporated.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
Using an immersion blender or transferring the mixture to a countertop blender, puree the pear mixture until it reaches a smooth consistency.
Return the pear puree to the saucepan and stir in the vanilla extract. Let it cook for another 5-10 minutes over low heat, stirring frequently, until it thickens to a spreadable consistency.
Allow the pear butter to cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container or jar.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, or follow proper canning procedures for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1151 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.2 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 26 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 301.8 g | 110% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.7 g | 135% | |
| Total Sugars | 238.2 g | ||
| Protein | 3.8 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 162 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1327 mg | 28% | |
*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.
