Delicious homemade spiced pear butter recipe

Indulge in the sweet and fragrant taste of homemade spiced pear butter made with fresh pears and warm spices. This rich and velvety spread is perfect for topping toast, biscuits, or adding to yogurt for a delightful twist.

Ingredients

• 6 pounds ripe pears, peeled, cored, and chopped
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• Pinch of salt

Directions

1. In a large pot, combine pears, sugars, vinegar, water, and spices. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until pears are soft and mixture thickens, about 1 hour.
2. Using an immersion blender, puree the mixture until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor to puree.
3. Return the pureed mixture to the pot and continue to cook over low heat, stirring frequently, until the pear butter is thick and dark, about 1 hour.
4. Ladle the pear butter into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch of headspace. Wipe the rims clean and seal with lids.
5. Process the jars in a water bath canner for 10 minutes. Remove jars and let cool before storing in a cool, dark place.
6. Enjoy your homemade spiced pear butter on toast, pancakes, oatmeal, or as a delicious condiment for cheese boards.

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