8 Plant-Based Poached Pear Recipes

Poached pears are made by simmering pears in liquid, spices, and sugar. The pears become tender in the liquid and absorb the flavors. They can then be served by themselves or with some delicious vegan whipped cream!

1. Chai Poached Pears with Spicy Orange-Habanero Sauce and Homemade Granola

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This spicy recipe is perfect for the changing weather. It is easily dressed up or dressed down depending on the occasion. It makes for an amazing dinner party dessert but it is also great the next day for a breakfast parfait or just as a snack if you pull back on the spicy honey topping and alternate the poached pears, granola, and coconut yogurt. You have to try these Chai Poached Pears with Spicy Orange-Habanero Sauce and Homemade Granola by Katia Martin.

2. Red Wine Poached Pears

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Pears are a delicious and healthy fruit best eaten fresh. But now and then, it’s nice to do something a little special, and the holiday season is one of those times. These Red Wine Poached Pears by Julie Zimmer are poached in red wine and spices. You can serve them as is or with a scoop of vegan vanilla ice cream or vegan cream.

3. Jasmine Poached Pears

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Poaching fruits is a great way to infuse flavor and these Jasmine Poached Pears by Rouxbe showcase this technique. This same poaching method can be used with other fruits, such as apples, pears, apricots, peaches, and plums.

4. Poached Pear Chai Bread

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This elegant version of a sunken pear cake is true to its flavors and hides the perfect surprise on the inside, making it incredibly moist and fluffy. This Poached Pear Chai Bread by Kirsten Kaminski gets a powerful infusion of fresh ginger, maple syrup, and white wine to make it even more festive.

5. Berry Lavender Poached Pears With Granola

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Reinvent the breakfast game with these Berry Lavender Poached Pears With Granola by Melina Kutelas. The berries give the pears a perfect subtle sweetness and the lavender adds something a little extra that is kind of unexpected. The best thing about this recipe is that after two days in the fridge, the flavors are even more enhanced. But don’t think for a second these aren’t worth eating fresh out of the pot because they are also amazing while still warm!

6. Chai Spiced Poached Pear Coconut Loaf

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Pears are poached in spiced tea, then baked in a coconut sponge cake batter flavored with cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg – what more could you want from a recipe? This Chai Spiced Poached Pear Coconut Loaf by Pamela Higgins is made from oats, so it’s gluten-free and consequentially, you can get away with grabbing a slice for breakfast just as well as you can have a slice (or two) for dessert. It’s easy to make despite its fancy appearance, so it’s also perfect for potlucks.

7. Pomegranate Poached Pears

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These Pomegranate Poached Pears by Helyn Dunn are an incredibly beautiful dessert that will wow your guests just as much as a gorgeous cake would, but are much healthier! Bosc pears are soaked and boiled in pomegranate juice sweetened with date sugar until full of juicy, fruity flavor. Serve them chilled with some pomegranate seeds as a delicate garnish or some vegan whipped cream for a touch of decadence.

8. Spiced Poached Pears With Berry Coulis

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Easy, peasy: that’s what these Spiced Poached Pears With Berry Coulis by Nathalie Fraise are. They might look a little complicated, but rest assured that they are incredibly simple to make, so do not hesitate, and do not be intimidated. A little bit of work for a beautiful, fancy dessert – what could be better than that?

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