Crock Pot Maple Sauced Pears

Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with Crock Pot Maple Sauced Pears—a delightful slow-cooked dessert that combines tender, spiced pears with a luscious maple-cinnamon sauce. Perfectly ripe pears are gently cooked in a crock pot with a heavenly blend of pure maple syrup, warm cinnamon, a touch of nutmeg, and a splash of orange juice, creating a dish that's both simple and elegant. The buttery sauce infuses every bite with rich, caramel-like sweetness, while optional chopped pecans add a satisfying crunch. Ready in just 10 minutes of prep and requiring minimal effort, this dish is the ultimate make-ahead treat for autumn gatherings or a cozy night in. Serve these irresistible pears warm with a drizzle of syrup or alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a dessert that’s as comforting as it is memorable.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:190 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 whole Pears
• 0.5 cup Maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup Orange juice
• 2 tablespoons Chopped pecans (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the pears, leaving the stems intact, and remove the core from the bottom using a paring knife or melon baller.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, combine the maple syrup, unsalted butter, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, vanilla extract, and orange juice. Heat over medium-low heat until the butter melts and the ingredients are well combined. Remove from heat.

Step 3

Place the peeled pears upright in the crock pot.

Step 4

Pour the maple mixture over the pears, making sure they are evenly coated.

Step 5

Cover the crock pot and cook on the LOW setting for 3 hours, or until the pears are tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 6

Baste the pears with the sauce from the bottom of the crock pot every hour to ensure even flavor distribution.

Step 7

Once cooked, carefully transfer the pears to serving bowls. Spoon the warm maple sauce over the top.

Step 8

Garnish with chopped pecans, if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(942.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1157.5

Total Fat 35.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 62mg	0%
Sodium 22.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 226.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.5g	0%
Total Sugars 181.7g
Protein 4.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 100.3mg	0%
Iron 1.7mg	0%
Potassium 1017.9mg	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: 25.6%

Protein: 1.5%

Carbs: 72.9%