Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of slow cooker salted caramel pear butter, a luscious spread that elevates your breakfast and dessert experiences with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups chopped Fresh Pears (ripe, like Bartlett or Anjou)
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
- 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter
- 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 tsp Salt
Instructions
- 1. Prepare Your Pears: Wash and peel the pears. Core and chop them into small pieces.
- 2. Make the Caramel: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, and two tablespoons of water. Stir until it turns into a golden brown caramel.
- 3. Combine Ingredients in Slow Cooker: Pour the caramel over the chopped pears in your slow cooker. Add unsalted butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Gently stir until well combined.
- 4. Let It Cook: Cover the slow cooker and set it on low heat for about 4 hours until the pears become tender and flavorful.
- 5. Blend It Up: Once cooking is complete, use an immersion blender to puree until smooth. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar if desired.
- 6. Cool and Store: Allow the pear butter to cool before transferring it to jars or containers for storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (30g)
- Calories: 101
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: - For added flavor variations, consider substituting some sugar with honey or maple syrup. - You can enhance flavors with a pinch of nutmeg or additional vanilla extract. - Ensure ripe pears are used for maximum sweetness; they break down better during cooking.