Spiced Pear Butter
Transform your fall pantry with this luscious, slow-simmered Spiced Pear Butter recipe! Featuring ripe, juicy pears infused with warming spices like cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves, this homemade spread boasts a velvety texture and deep caramelized flavor. A splash of freshly squeezed lemon juice brightens the mixture, while a touch of granulated and brown sugar adds just the right amount of sweetness. Ideal for slathering on toast, dolloping over yogurt, or even gifting in jars, this easy-to-make pear butter will fill your kitchen with cozy aromas as it cooks. With minimal prep time and a thick, spreadable finish, it’s the ultimate autumn preserve for crisp mornings and holiday gatherings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups ripe pears (peeled, cored, and chopped)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.5 cup water
Instructions
Peel, core, and chop the pears into small pieces. Measure out 6 cups of prepared pears and set aside.
In a large heavy-bottomed pot, combine the chopped pears, water, and lemon juice. Stir to coat the pears and prevent browning.
Place the pot over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cover with a lid and cook for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pears are soft and tender.
Remove the pot from the heat and use an immersion blender to puree the pears until completely smooth. Alternatively, transfer the cooked pears to a blender or food processor, blend until smooth, and return the puree to the pot.
Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves to the pot with the pear puree. Stir well to combine.
Return the pot to the stove over low heat. Simmer the mixture uncovered for 60–90 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking or burning. The pear butter is ready when it has thickened to a spreadable consistency and darkened in color.
To test doneness, spoon a small amount onto a plate. If the liquid does not pool around the edges, it's ready.
Remove the pot from the heat and let the spiced pear butter cool slightly before transferring it to sterilized jars. Seal tightly and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks or process in a water bath for long-term storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2060 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 2.7 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 50 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 545.7 g | 198% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 42.7 g | 152% | |
| Total Sugars | 458.3 g | ||
| Protein | 5.6 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 252 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 2043 mg | 43% | |
*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.
