Here’s a recipe that sounds fancy, but is deceptively simple to make. This poached pears recipe comes out stunning: the fruit is a bright burgundy color and looks so elegant on the plate with a long curved stem. And the flavor: oh my. Cooking pears in spiced red wine makes their flavor something otherworldly. Here we’ve served them with whipped cream and a little pecan granola for some crunch. My oh my. Keep reading for the poached pears recipe.
Why to make poached pears
Here are a few reasons to give poached pears a try:
It almost tastes like pie. Imagine sweet and lightly citrusy warm pear combined with crunchy, cinnamon-spiced toasted oats and fluffy whipped cream. It’s like pie, heavier on the filling and lighter on the crunchy crust.You already have wine open. Any red wine will do, boxes included. Pop it open while you’re cooking, and then save 1 ½ cups for this recipe.It’s good(ish) for you. Poached pears are near the top of the list as a healthy dessert. We’ve tried to keep the sugar content to a minimum, but enough for a sweet and fulfilling bright spot after a big meal.
What do you think – would you try this poached pears recipe?
How to make poach pears
OK so we know you’re wondering: how exactly does one go about poaching? Here are the major steps on how to poach pears: And that’s it! You can make ahead the pears and store refrigerated for a few days. To reheat, place the pears and liquid in a baking dish and heat at 350 degrees until warmed through.
Looking for fall desserts?
Outside of this poached pears recipe, here are a few more of our favorite fall desserts:
Easy Blueberry CrispBlueberry CobblerMini Apple Pies Granola Instant Pot Apple CrispApple Galette with Pomegranate30 Healthy DessertsClassic Strawberry Shortcake Honey Almond Rhubarb CrumbleChocolate Cherry Galette
This poached pears recipe is…
Vegetarian and gluten-free. No reviews
4 Bosc pears, ripe but firm 1-inch nub of ginger 1 ½ cups dry red wine (for example, Merlot) 1 small orange (juice and zest) 1 ½ cups water 4 cinnamon sticks 6 whole cloves ¼ cup sugar
For the pecan granola
1 ½ tablespoons coconut oil 1 cup oats ½ cup crushed pecans ¼ teaspoon cinnamon ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt 2 tablespoons brown sugar Sweetened whipped cream, Yogurt whipped cream, or Coconut whipped cream to serve
