Description
Amish Pear Butter is a rich, warmly spiced fruit spread made by slowly simmering ripe pears with brown sugar and aromatic spices. This traditional buttery-textured condiment is perfect for spreading on toast, serving alongside cheese, or adding depth to desserts, capturing the wholesome, comforting flavors of Amish cooking.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 10 ripe pears, cut into cubes with skin on
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons allspice
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the cubed pears, dark brown sugar, allspice, nutmeg, vanilla, and lemon juice until all the pieces are well coated with the sugar and spices.
- Simmer Pear Mixture: Transfer the mixture to a large heavy pot and simmer on low heat for 4-5 hours, stirring occasionally, until the pears are very soft. Alternatively, cook on high in a slow cooker for 5 hours, which gently breaks down the fruit and develops deep flavors.
- Puree the Pear Butter: Using an immersion blender or transferring to a regular blender, blend the cooked pear mixture until completely smooth and creamy in texture.
- Cool Before Storing: Allow the pear butter to cool completely at room temperature before transferring it into clean glass jars for storage.
- Serve and Enjoy: Use this flavorful Amish pear butter as a spread on breads, a topping for desserts, or a sweet addition to your favorite recipes.
Notes
- Use ripe pears for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
- Ensure to stir occasionally while simmering to prevent sticking or burning on the bottom.
- Pear butter can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or frozen for longer preservation.
- Adjust spices to taste; increase nutmeg or allspice for a stronger warm spice profile.
- For a finer texture, strain the pear butter through a fine mesh after blending if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-5 hours
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American Amish
Keywords: Amish Pear Butter, pear spread, spiced pear butter, pear fruit spread, homemade fruit butter, autumn preserves
