Spiced Maple Pears
Indulge in the cozy, autumn-inspired flavors of Spiced Maple Pears, a simple yet elegant dessert perfect for any occasion. This recipe combines ripe yet firm pears with the warm essence of cinnamon, ginger, and vanilla, all gently simmered in a luscious maple syrup and lemon juice mixture. The pears are basted to perfection, absorbing the aromatic spices before being drizzled with a buttery, caramel-like syrup. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this dish is a quick and effortless way to impress your guests or treat yourself to a gourmet experience. Garnished with optional star anise for a beautiful presentation, these pears pair wonderfully with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or a sprinkle of nuts for added texture. Perfect for fall celebrations or as a comforting weeknight dessert, this recipe captures the best of seasonal flavors in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces ripe but firm pears
- 0.5 cup maple syrup
- 0.5 cup water
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 pieces star anise (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the pears, leaving the stems intact. Slice a small amount off the bottom of each pear so they can stand upright during cooking.
In a medium saucepan, combine the maple syrup, water, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Stir well to combine.
Place the pears standing upright in the saucepan. Spoon some of the liquid over the pears to coat them evenly.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the pears are tender but not mushy. Baste the pears with the cooking liquid every 5-7 minutes to ensure they absorb the flavors evenly.
Once the pears are cooked, remove them from the saucepan and set them aside on a serving plate.
Increase the heat to medium-high and simmer the remaining liquid for 3-5 minutes, or until it thickens into a syrupy consistency.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the tablespoon of butter until it melts and combines with the syrup.
Drizzle the warm syrup over the pears and garnish with optional star anise for an aromatic touch.
Serve warm on their own or with a dollop of whipped cream, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or a sprinkle of chopped nuts.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
936 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.4 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.4 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 25 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 219.5 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.0 g | 93% | |
| Total Sugars | 175.1 g | ||
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 116 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 876 mg | 19% | |
*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.
