Vanilla Pear Sauce
Transform your desserts, breakfasts, and snacks with this velvety Vanilla Pear Sauce, a delightful blend of ripe pears, a hint of vanilla, and the subtle zest of lemon. Ready in just 30 minutes, this simple yet elegant recipe simmers juicy pears with a touch of sugar until perfectly tender, creating a naturally sweet and fragrant sauce that’s irresistibly smooth—or deliciously chunky if you prefer! The optional dash of cinnamon adds a cozy, warming spice, making this versatile sauce perfect for drizzling over pancakes, swirling into yogurt, pairing with roast pork, or simply enjoying by the spoonful. Easy to make and full of fresh, wholesome flavors, this homemade pear sauce is a must-try seasonal treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium ripe pears
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
Peel, core, and chop the pears into small chunks.
In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped pears, sugar, water, and lemon juice.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let the mixture simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the pears are very soft and tender.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
Using an immersion blender (or transferring to a countertop blender), blend the pear mixture until smooth or to the desired consistency. For a chunkier sauce, mash with a potato masher.
Stir in the vanilla extract and optional ground cinnamon for added flavor.
Allow the sauce to cool completely, then transfer it to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Serve warm or chilled as a topping or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
516 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.3 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 16 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 135.1 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.4 g | 87% | |
| Total Sugars | 93.9 g | ||
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 86 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 851 mg | 18% | |
*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.
