Honey Poached Quinces

Transform your autumn harvest into a beautifully fragrant dessert with this Honey Poached Quinces recipe, where seasonal quinces shine as the star. Slowly simmered in a luxurious bath of honey, sugar, and warm spices like vanilla bean and cinnamon, these tender, ruby-hued fruits are an elegant balance of sweetness and tanginess. The infusion of lemon juice enhances their natural tartness, while the velvety honey syrup adds a luscious depth of flavor. Perfectly versatile, serve these poached quinces as a light, satisfying dessert paired with creamy yogurt, whipped cream, or vanilla ice cream, or use them as an indulgent topping for cakes and pastries. With minimal prep and the slow magic of poaching, this recipe brings a stunning, aromatic finish to any meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 whole quinces
• 6 cups water
• 1 cup honey
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 whole vanilla bean
• 1 whole cinnamon stick

Directions

Step 1

Peel and core the quinces, then cut them into quarters or eighths depending on their size. Place the prepared quinces in a bowl of water with a squeeze of lemon juice to prevent browning.

Step 2

In a large saucepan or pot, combine the 6 cups of water, honey, sugar, and lemon juice. Split the vanilla bean lengthwise, scrape out the seeds, and add both the seeds and the pod to the pot. Add the cinnamon stick as well.

Step 3

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar and honey.

Step 4

Drain the quinces and carefully add them to the poaching liquid. Ensure the quinces are fully submerged, adding more water if necessary.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low, cover with a lid slightly ajar, and let the quinces poach gently for about 90 minutes. Stir occasionally and turn the quince pieces halfway through to ensure even cooking.

Step 6

The quinces are done when they are tender and have turned a deep rosy color (this may vary depending on the variety of quinces). Remove the cooked quinces with a slotted spoon and set them aside.

Step 7

Increase the heat under the poaching liquid and let it simmer uncovered for 10–15 minutes, or until it thickens slightly into a syrupy consistency.

Step 8

Serve the quinces warm or chilled, drizzled with the honey syrup. They can be paired with yogurt, whipped cream, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2816.2 grams (2816.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1707

Total Fat 1.10g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.00g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 97mg	4%
Total Carbohydrate 454.50g	165%
Dietary Fiber 20.50g	73%
Total Sugars 421.90g
Protein 5.30g	11%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 237mg	18%
Iron 8mg	47%
Potassium 2170mg	46%

*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: 0.5%

Protein: 1.1%

Carbs: 98.3%