Spiced Pears
Delight in the warm, aromatic flavors of Spiced Pears, a simple yet elegant dessert perfect for any occasion. This recipe gently poaches ripe but firm pears—such as Bosc or Anjou—in a fragrant bath of cinnamon, cloves, vanilla, orange zest, and a splash of lemon juice, creating a luscious treat infused with cozy spices. The poaching liquid can even be reduced to a rich syrup for an extra touch of decadence. With just 15 minutes of prep and a short simmer, these tender spiced pears are as easy to make as they are impressive to serve. Enjoy them warm or chilled, topped with whipped cream, yogurt, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a dessert that’s as comforting as it is refined. Perfect for seasonal gatherings or weeknight indulgence, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole Pears (ripe but firm, such as Bosc or Anjou)
- 4 cups Water
- 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 whole Cinnamon stick
- 3 pieces Whole cloves
- 1 whole Vanilla bean (or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract)
- 1 strip Orange zest
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
Instructions
Peel the pears, leaving the stems intact. Cut a small slice off the bottom of each pear so they can stand upright.
In a medium saucepan large enough to hold the pears upright, combine water, sugar, cinnamon stick, cloves, vanilla bean (split and seeds scraped, or use vanilla extract), orange zest, and lemon juice.
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
Carefully place the pears into the saucepan, making sure they are mostly submerged in the liquid. Reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan with a lid.
Simmer the pears gently for 25-30 minutes, turning them occasionally to ensure even cooking. The pears should be tender but not mushy when pierced with a knife.
Remove the pears from the poaching liquid and set them aside to cool slightly.
If desired, increase the heat to medium-high and simmer the poaching liquid until it reduces into a syrupy consistency, about 10-15 minutes.
Serve the spiced pears warm or chilled, drizzled with the spiced syrup. They pair beautifully with whipped cream, yogurt, or vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1006 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 40 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 264.0 g | 96% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.5 g | 95% | |
| Total Sugars | 219.1 g | ||
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 156 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 889 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.
