Poached Pears in Spiced Honey Syrup
Cuisine: American
Poached Pears in Spiced Honey Syrup is an elegant and aromatic dessert that captures the essence of fall and winter flavors. Ripe pears are gently poached in a fragrant syrup made with honey, cinnamon, cloves, and a hint of vanilla, allowing the fruit to absorb the warm, spiced flavors while maintaining its tender, juicy texture. The syrup thickens as it simmers, creating a luscious glaze that coats the pears beautifully. Served warm or chilled, this simple yet sophisticated dish is perfect for a cozy dinner party or a sweet finish to any meal, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and spice.
Difficulty: EASY
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Serving Size: 4 servings
Ingredients:
- 3 Tablespoons honey
- 3 Tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 cup water
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 cardamom pod, smashed
- 2 thin sliced fresh ginger
- 4 pears
Directions:
- Combine the honey and lemon juice in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir to dissolve the honey and then add the water, cinnamon, cardamom and ginger and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for five minutes.
- Peel the pears but leave the stalks intact. Add the pears to the saucepan and simmer, turning the pears regularly, until soft, about 20-25 minutes. If the syrup is gets too thick and dry while cooking, add a couple Tablespoons of water.
- Leave the pears to cool in the syrup and serve at room temperature either plan or with vanilla ice cream.