Maple Pecan Poached Pears
This dessert is a refreshing relief from the often-heavy sweets of the cool fall months. Nutty maple pecans paired with the light and sweet flavor of this spiced poached pear makes this dessert the perfect end to your next meal.
Author: Olivelle
View Original PDFIngredients
- 3 Pears
- 4–5 cups Apple Juice
- 2 Tbsp Maple Orange Sugar Shaker
- 1 cup Pecans
- 1/2 cup Maple Syrup
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla Bean Sea Salt
- Cranberry Spice White Balsamic Vinegar, for drizzling
Directions
- Cut pears in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds with a spoon.
- In a wide saucepan or braising pan, bring apple juice and Maple Orange Sugar Shaker to a low simmer. Add pear halves cut side down, ensuring they are mostly covered with juice. Simmer until fork tender.
- In a small sauté pan, toast pecans over medium heat for 4–5 minutes until fragrant. Add maple syrup and stir to combine. Cook until syrup thickens slightly, about 2–3 minutes.
- To serve, plate the poached pears and top with a spoonful of maple pecans. Drizzle with Cranberry Spice White Balsamic and sprinkle with Vanilla Bean Sea Salt.
Recipe Note
Our Cranberry Spice White Balsamic Vinegar is a seasonal item. If unavailable, substitute with Harvest Fig Balsamic Vinegar.