Slow-Cooker Maple-Sauced Pears

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
3%
Slow-Cooker Maple-Sauced Pears
170 min.
6
244kcal

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Indulge in the delightful sweetness of Slow-Cooker Maple-Sauced Pears, a perfect side dish that brings a touch of elegance to any meal. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is not only simple to prepare but also allows the natural flavors of fresh pears to shine through, enhanced by a luscious maple sauce that will have your taste buds dancing with joy.

Imagine the aroma of tender, caramelized pears wafting through your kitchen as they slowly cook to perfection in your trusty slow cooker. The combination of brown sugar, maple-flavored syrup, and a hint of orange creates a rich, velvety sauce that beautifully complements the juicy fruit. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a stunning dessert that is sure to impress your family and friends.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking for a comforting treat to enjoy at home, these Slow-Cooker Maple-Sauced Pears are the ideal choice. They are not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor, making them a delightful addition to any table. Serve them warm, drizzled with the thickened sauce, and watch as everyone savors each delicious bite. Treat yourself to this exquisite dessert that celebrates the beauty of simple, wholesome ingredients!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
  • tablespoon butter melted
  • tablespoon cornstarch 
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground ginger 
  • 0.3 cup maple syrup 
  • tablespoons orange juice 
  • teaspoon orange zest 
  •  pears 

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Peel pears. Core pears from bottom, leaving stems attached.
  2. Place pears upright in 3 1/2- to 5-quart slow cooker.
  3. Mix remaining ingredients except cornstarch and orange juice; pour over pears.
  4. Cover and cook on high heat setting 2 to 2 1/2 hours or until tender.
  5. Remove pears from cooker; place upright in serving dish or individual dessert dishes.
  6. Mix cornstarch and orange juice; stir into sauce in cooker. Cover and cook on high heat setting about 10 minutes or until sauce is thickened. Spoon sauce over pears. Note: This recipe was tested in slow cookers with heating elements in the side and bottom of the cooker, not in cookers that stand only on a heated base. For slow cookers with just a heated base, follow the manufacturers directions for layering ingredients and choosing a temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories244kcal
Protein1.14%
Fat7.46%
Carbs91.4%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.88
Glycemic Load
12.62
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
5.9382609119234%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
3.67mg
Catechin
0.48mg
Epigallocatechin
1.05mg
Epicatechin
6.69mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.04mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.3mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Hesperetin
0.68mg
Naringenin
0.12mg
Isorhamnetin
0.53mg
Quercetin
1.51mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:244.3kcal
12.21%
Fat:2.14g
3.3%
Saturated Fat:0.43g
2.7%
Carbohydrates:59.03g
19.68%
Net Carbohydrates:53.45g
19.44%
Sugar:46.33g
51.48%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:30.72mg
1.34%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.74g
1.47%
Manganese:0.52mg
26.2%
Fiber:5.58g
22.33%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.26%
Vitamin C:10.95mg
13.27%
Potassium:284.72mg
8.13%
Copper:0.16mg
7.91%
Vitamin K:7.84µg
7.46%
Calcium:52.67mg
5.27%
Magnesium:18.76mg
4.69%
Folate:14.47µg
3.62%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
3.12%
Vitamin A:140.71IU
2.81%
Iron:0.5mg
2.77%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.59%
Phosphorus:23.91mg
2.39%
Zinc:0.31mg
2.1%
Vitamin E:0.29mg
1.93%
Vitamin B3:0.35mg
1.76%
Vitamin B5:0.13mg
1.26%