Spanish Poached Pears

Indulge in the elegant simplicity of Spanish Poached Pears, a dessert that marries the natural sweetness of ripe pears with the bold, fruity depth of red wine. This recipe features firm pears gently simmered in a spiced wine mixture infused with cinnamon, cloves, orange peel, and vanilla, creating a fragrant symphony of flavors. As the pears become tender, the poaching liquid reduces into a luscious syrup, perfect for drizzling over the fruit. With just 10 minutes of prep and a hands-off cooking process, this sophisticated treat looks as stunning as it tastes. Serve these ruby-hued beauties warm, chilled, or at room temperature, and, for an extra touch of indulgence, pair them with creamy vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Perfect for dinner parties or a cozy night in, these Spanish Poached Pears are a true celebration of simple, seasonal ingredients.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Pears (firm and ripe, such as Bosc or Anjou)
• 750 ml Dry red wine (such as Tempranillo or Rioja)
• 150 grams Granulated sugar
• 1 piece Cinnamon stick
• 1 piece Orange peel (use a vegetable peeler to remove strips of peel, avoiding the white pith)
• 3 pieces Cloves
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 250 ml Water

Directions

Step 1

Peel the pears, leaving the stems attached, and slice a small amount off the bottom so they can stand upright later. Set aside.

Step 2

In a medium-sized pot, combine the red wine, water, sugar, cinnamon stick, orange peel, cloves, and vanilla extract.

Step 3

Place the pot over medium heat and stir occasionally until the sugar is fully dissolved. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 4

Carefully place the peeled pears into the pot, ensuring they are mostly submerged in the liquid. Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a lid, leaving a small gap for steam to escape.

Step 5

Simmer the pears gently for about 20-30 minutes, turning them occasionally to ensure even cooking. They should be tender but not mushy when pierced with a knife.

Step 6

Once the pears are cooked, use a slotted spoon to carefully transfer them onto a plate or serving dish.

Step 7

Increase the heat under the pot to medium-high and boil the poaching liquid until it reduces by half and thickens into a syrup, about 10-15 minutes.

Step 8

Allow the syrup to cool slightly before drizzling it over the pears. Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled.

Step 9

Optional: Pair with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for added indulgence.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1884.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1640.6

Total Fat 1.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 68.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 286.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.1g	0%
Total Sugars 223.8g
Protein 3.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 206.4mg	0%
Iron 4.7mg	0%
Potassium 1848.9mg	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: 1.3%

Protein: 1.2%

Carbs: 97.5%