Orange Liqueur Pears

Elevate your dessert game with these elegant Orange Liqueur Pears—a luxurious blend of tender poached pears and citrusy syrup infused with warm spices like cinnamon, vanilla, and cloves. Perfectly balanced with a splash of orange liqueur, such as Grand Marnier or Cointreau, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into an indulgent treat. The pears are slowly simmered to perfection, absorbing the vibrant flavors of fresh orange juice, zest, and sweet syrup, then finished with a reduction for a glossy, aromatic glaze. Serve these chilled delights as a light, sophisticated finale to any meal, garnished with mint or a curl of orange peel for a dazzling presentation. Perfect for holiday celebrations or dinner parties, this easy-to-make dessert will leave your guests in awe.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Pears (firm, ripe)
• 60 ml Orange liqueur (e.g., Grand Marnier or Cointreau)
• 100 grams Sugar
• 750 ml Water
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest (from 1 orange)
• 120 ml Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 piece Cinnamon stick
• 1 piece Vanilla bean (split and seeds scraped)
• 2 pieces Cloves
• 2 sprigs Mint or orange peel (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the pears, leaving the stems intact, and remove the core from the bottom using a melon baller or small spoon.

Step 2

In a large saucepan, combine water, sugar, orange juice, orange zest, cinnamon stick, vanilla bean (seeds and pod), and cloves. Stir to dissolve the sugar.

Step 3

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 4

Gently place the peeled pears upright into the saucepan. The pears should be mostly submerged in the liquid; add more water if needed.

Step 5

Simmer the pears over low heat for 20-30 minutes, turning them occasionally for even cooking. The cooking time may vary depending on the size and ripeness of the pears. They should be tender but not mushy when pierced with a knife.

Step 6

Once the pears are cooked, carefully remove them from the saucepan and set them aside on a serving dish.

Step 7

Increase the heat to medium-high and let the poaching liquid reduce for about 10-12 minutes until it thickens into a syrupy consistency. Stir in the orange liqueur and simmer for an additional 2 minutes.

Step 8

Pour the syrup over the pears and let them cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until well chilled.

Step 9

Serve the pears with the syrup drizzled over them, and garnish with fresh mint or a twist of orange peel.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1774.3 grams (1774.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1107

Total Fat 2.10g	3%
Saturated Fat 0.20g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 46mg	2%
Total Carbohydrate 250.50g	91%
Dietary Fiber 28.10g	100%
Total Sugars 201.40g
Protein 4.00g	8%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 197mg	15%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 1148mg	24%

*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: 1.8%

Protein: 1.5%

Carbs: 96.6%