Blue Mountain Coffee Rum Poached Pears

Indulge in the luxurious flavors of these Blue Mountain Coffee Rum Poached Pears, a dessert that combines elegance with rich, aromatic ingredients. Juicy pears are gently simmered in a robust blend of Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee, dark rum, and warm spices like cinnamon and cloves, creating a dish with depth and sophistication. As the pears absorb the infusion of brewed coffee and sweet brown sugar, the poaching liquid is reduced to a luscious syrup that drapes over the fruit for an irresistible finishing touch. Ideal for entertaining or as a cozy after-dinner treat, these poached pears can be served warm, chilled, or at room temperature, topped with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprig of fresh mint for a stunning presentation. Perfectly balancing sweetness, warmth, and aromatic complexity, this recipe is the ultimate showcase of coffee-infused culinary artistry.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 whole Pears (firm but ripe, e.g., Bosc or Anjou)
• 500 ml Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee (brewed, strong)
• 100 ml Dark rum
• 100 g Brown sugar
• 1 whole Cinnamon stick
• 1 whole Vanilla bean (split and scraped)
• 3 whole Cloves
• 250 ml Water
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 200 ml Whipped cream (optional, for serving)
• 4 sprigs Fresh mint (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

1. Peel the pears, keeping the stems intact. Cut a small slice off the bottom of each pear so they can stand upright. Rub the peeled pears with lemon juice to prevent browning.

Step 2

2. In a medium saucepan, combine the brewed Blue Mountain coffee, dark rum, brown sugar, water, cinnamon stick, vanilla bean (with seeds), and cloves. Place over medium heat and stir until the sugar dissolves.

Step 3

3. Carefully place the pears into the saucepan, ensuring they are mostly submerged in the liquid. If necessary, add more water to cover the pears.

Step 4

4. Bring the liquid to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the saucepan and simmer for 18-25 minutes, or until the pears are tender when pierced with a knife.

Step 5

5. Using a slotted spoon, carefully transfer the poached pears to a serving dish and set aside.

Step 6

6. Increase the heat on the saucepan to medium-high and boil the poaching liquid until it reduces into a syrupy consistency, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the cinnamon stick, vanilla bean pod, and cloves.

Step 7

7. Drizzle the reduced syrup over the poached pears.

Step 8

8. Serve the pears warm, room temperature, or chilled with a dollop of whipped cream if desired. Garnish with fresh mint and enjoy this aromatic dessert.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1921.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1759.0

Total Fat 68.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 213.3mg	0%
Sodium 139.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 228.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.0g	0%
Total Sugars 179.3g
Protein 7.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 377.4mg	0%
Iron 3.2mg	0%
Potassium 1452.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.5%

Protein: 2.0%

Carbs: 58.5%