PrintSpiced Pear Preserves
A simple recipe for chunky, cinnamon-spiced pear preserves made without pectin. Perfect for water bath canning and gifting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 half-pint jars 1x
- Category: Preserves
- Method: Water Bath Canning
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups chopped ripe pears (about 2 pounds)
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
Instructions
- Prepare your water bath canner, jars, lids, and bands.
- Combine chopped pears, sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves in a large pot.
- Stir well to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the preserves have thickened, about 45-60 minutes. The preserves should reach 220°F (104°C) on a candy thermometer.
- Test for set by placing a small spoonful on a chilled plate. If it gels, it is ready.
- Ladle hot preserves into prepared jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace.
- Wipe jar rims clean and screw on lids and bands fingertip tight.
- Process in a water bath canner for 10 minutes (adjust for altitude if necessary).
- Remove jars from canner and let cool completely on a towel-lined counter.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm pears for the best texture.
- Adjust spices to your preference.
- Ensure your jars are properly sterilized for safe canning.
- Properly sealed jars can be stored in a cool, dark place for up to a year.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg