What’s in this Pear Butter Recipe
With flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves, this spiced pear butter is the perfect fall treat.
Pears: You can use a 3 cans of chopped pears that are drained, or about 6 cored and chopped fresh pears. Brown Sugar: You can always make your own by combining one cup of white granulated sugar with 1 TBSP of molasses. Agave Nectar: Honey works instead if preferred. Lemon Juice: For the best flavor and natural acidity, try to only use freshly squeezed lemon juice and not the bottled kind. Plus, if you use a fresh lemon, you can add the zest as well. Spices: A mix of ginger, nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves, salt and an optional star anise create the very best fall flavor.
PRO TIP: Simmer the ingredients with the lid partially covering the pot. This will help to trap some of the steam so that it doesn’t dry out.
Do I need to peel the pears?
You can make this recipe with either canned pears, which require no prep (you just need to drain them), or you can use fresh. If using fresh core them and cut them into chunks. You don’t have to peel fresh pears as we do blend them after cooking to get a smooth butter.
How to Store
This easy pear butter will keep well in the fridge for up to 3 weeks. Let it cool completely before placing into a sealable jar.
How to Freeze
Be sure to make a big batch as this will freeze for up to a year! Make a big batch in fall and enjoy it into the warmer months. Thaw it in the fridge overnight before using.
Serving Suggestions
You can serve pear butter with so many things! I love spreading it on a piece of toast or an english muffin for a quick morning treat. It’s also amazing on pancakes and waffles. Any way you would use apple butter works well for pear butter!
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