How to Make Pear Butter - A Step-by-Step Guide

Pear butter is a sweet and velvety spread that captures the essence of fresh pears in a smooth, creamy texture. This delectable treat is a lovely way to preserve the flavor of ripe pears, and can be used in a variety of ways, from spreading on toast or biscuits to incorporating into baked goods and desserts.

Creating pear butter is a wonderful way to savor the flavor of pears all year round. Made with just a few simple ingredients, this recipe is easy to follow and yields a delightful,...

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Ingredients

  • 4 pounds medium pears, quartered and cored
  • 1/2 cup water, or as needed
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 teaspoon grated orange zest
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ cup orange juice

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 45 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 32
  • Yield: 4 (1/2-pint) jars

  • Place pears into a large pot over medium heat; add just enough water to cover the bottom of the pot and keep them from sticking, about 1/2 cup. Cook until the pears are soft, about 30 minutes. Press pears through a sieve or food mill, and measure out 2 quarts of the pulp.
  • Pour pear pulp and sugar into a large saucepan and stir to dissolve sugar. Stir in orange zest, nutmeg, and orange juice. Cook over medium heat until mixture is thick enough to mound in a spoon. When mixture begins to thicken, stir frequently to prevent scorching on the bottom. This process will take about 1 hour.
  • Ladle pear butter into hot sterile jars, leaving 1/4 inch of headspace. Remove air bubbles by sliding a metal spatula around where the pear butter touches the glass. Wipe jar rims clean, and seal with lids and rings. Process for 10 minutes in a boiling water bath. The water should cover the jars by 1 inch. Check with your local extension for exact processing times for your area.
  • Nutrition

    82 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 1mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 18g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 6mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 70mg