Description
Indulge in tender poached pears simmered in a fragrant syrup, creating a delightful and elegant dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe Bosc or Anjou pears
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Wash and peel the pears, keeping them whole.
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine water, sugar, cinnamon sticks, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
- Gently add the pears to the simmering liquid, ensuring they are submerged.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20-30 minutes until fork-tender but firm.
- Remove from heat and cool the pears slightly in their syrup before serving warm or chilled.
Notes
- Experiment with spices like star anise or ginger for added flavor.
- Substitute granulated sugar with honey or maple syrup for a unique sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Various
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg