Description
Pear preserves are a delightful way to savor the essence of ripe pears, transforming them into a luscious spread perfect for toast, desserts, or thoughtful gifts. This simple recipe highlights the sweet and slightly tangy flavor profile of pears, enhanced by a hint of warm cinnamon. With just a few ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll create a jar of homemade joy that brightens any meal and evokes cherished memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups ripe pears, peeled and chopped (about 6 medium pears)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Prepare the pears by washing, peeling, coring, and chopping them into small pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, combine the chopped pears, sugar, lemon juice, and water. Stir gently until the sugar begins to dissolve.
- Add the cinnamon stick and stir again to combine all ingredients.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 30-40 minutes until thickened.
- When ready, remove from heat and ladle the preserves into sterilized jars while hot. Seal tightly and cool completely at room temperature before storing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg