Description
Pear preserves capture the essence of ripe, juicy pears in a deliciously sweet and spreadable form. This easy recipe transforms fresh fruit into a luscious preserve that enhances breakfast with its delightful flavor. Whether you slather it on toast, drizzle it over pancakes, or serve it alongside cheese, homemade pear preserves bring warmth and joy to any meal. Perfect for gifting or enjoying yourself, this treat is a must-try for any fruit lover.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh pears (peeled, cored, and chopped)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Wash, peel, core, and chop the pears into small chunks.
- In a large pot, combine chopped pears, sugar, lemon juice, water, and the cinnamon stick. Stir gently to mix.
- Heat on medium until boiling while stirring occasionally.
- Lower the heat and simmer uncovered for 30-40 minutes until thickened.
- Test consistency by placing a spoonful on a cold plate; it should hold its shape.
- Ladle hot preserves into sterilized jars and seal tightly. Allow cooling before refrigerating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Preserve
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (30g)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg