Best 2 Slow Cooker Pear Butter Recipes

Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of slow cooker pear butter, a delightful homemade treat that will tantalize your taste buds. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the secrets of crafting this delectable spread, using the magic of a slow cooker to transform humble pears into a smooth, flavorful, and versatile creation. Discover the perfect balance of sweetness, tartness, and spices that make pear butter an irresistible addition to your breakfast toast, desserts, or even as a glaze for savory dishes. Simple yet elegant, this slow cooker pear butter recipe will guide you through each step, ensuring a delightful outcome that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW-COOKER PEAR BUTTER

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This is a tasty spread for toast, muffins, biscuits or any of your favorite breads. It is easy to make and has a rich pear flavor with hints of cinnamon, star anise and lemon. -Geraldine Saucier, Albuquerque, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 6h25m

Yield 6 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)
4-5 star anise points (about 1/2 whole)
5 pounds pears, peeled and chopped (about 12 cups)
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Steps:

Place spices on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Gather corners of cloth to enclose spices; tie securely with string. In a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker, toss remaining ingredients. Add spice bag, covering with pears., Cook, covered, on low 5-6 hours or until pears are tender. Remove spice bag., Puree pear mixture using an immersion blender. Or, cool slightly and puree mixture in a blender in batches; return to slow cooker., Cook, uncovered, on high 1-2 hours or until mixture is thickened to desired consistency, stirring occasionally. Store cooled pear butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 1 week. Freeze option: Freeze cooled pear butter in freezer containers up to 3 months. Liquids expand as they freeze, so leave extra room at the top of the freezer container. To use, thaw in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 41 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 2mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

SLOW-COOKER PEAR AND APPLE BUTTER

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Place this spread in decorative jars for gifts, but save some for yourself -- it's great on toast or pancakes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Yield Makes 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 1/2 pounds Bartlett or Anjou pears (about 5)
2 1/2 pounds McIntosh or Gala apples (about 5)
1 cup packed dark-brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1 cinnamon stick

Steps:

Peel, quarter, and core pears and apples. In a food processor, finely grate fruit (in batches, if necessary), then transfer to a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker. Stir in dark-brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon stick. Cover and cook on high, 4 hours.
Remove cinnamon stick and reserve. Transfer mixture to processor (in batches, if necessary) and process until smooth. Return to slow cooker, along with cinnamon stick, and cook on high, uncovered, until mixture is thick and browned, 4 hours. Discard cinnamon stick and let mixture cool. Transfer to airtight containers and refrigerate, up to 3 weeks, or freeze, up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 43 g, Fiber 1 g

Tips:

Use ripe, firm pears for the best flavor and texture.
Peel and core the pears before cooking to save time.
Add spices and flavorings, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, or lemon juice, to taste.
Cook the pear butter on low heat for several hours, or until it has thickened and darkened in color.
Stir the pear butter occasionally to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the slow cooker.
Transfer the pear butter to a jar or container and let it cool completely before storing it in the refrigerator or freezer.

Conclusion:

Pear butter is a delicious and versatile spread that can be enjoyed on toast, pancakes, waffles, or crackers. It can also be used as a filling for pies, tarts, and other desserts. With a slow cooker, you can make pear butter easily and with minimal effort. So next time you have a bounty of ripe pears, give this recipe a try!