By Becky Hardin
Updated Jul 23, 2025
I just love spreading Pear Butter on toast, English muffins, and so much more! I’ve taken pears to a whole new level with this delicious pear butter! Their vibrant flavor is made even more scrumptious with ingredients like sweet brown sugar, tangy lemon juice, and warm spices. This will be your new favorite rustic fall recipe!
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“Thanks, your recipe is the tasty answer to our bounty of pears. It is easy to make, as promised.” – Mary K.
Easy Pear Butter Recipe
If you love apple butter like I do, just wait until you try this pear butter—it might be even better! I simmer soft, ripe pears with cozy spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves until everything melds into the most deliciously smooth and fragrant spread. It’s my favorite way to add a touch of fall sweetness to toast, pancakes, waffles… honestly, anything. And if you’re anything like me, you’ll end up sneaking spoonfuls straight from the jar. It’s that good!
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- ▢ 3 15 oz. cans chopped pears drained, or 6 fresh pears, cored and chopped, no need to peel
- ▢ 1 tbsp brown sugar
- ▢ 3 tbsp agave nectar or honey
- ▢ juice from ½ lemon
- ▢ ½ tbsp ground ginger
- ▢ ¼ tsp salt
- ▢ ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ▢ 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ▢ pinch ground cloves
- ▢ 1 tsp lemon zest optional
- ▢ 1 star anise optional
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring to combine. 3 15 oz. cans chopped pears, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 3 tbsp agave nectar, juice from ½ lemon, ½ tbsp ground ginger, ¼ tsp salt, ½ tsp ground nutmeg, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, pinch ground cloves, 1 tsp lemon zest, 1 star anise
- Bring to a boil, then cover (cover partially to allow steam to leave the pot) and simmer for 50 minutes. Stir occasionally to make sure the bottom doesn’t burn.
- After the mixture has cooked down and the pears are super soft, transfer to a food processor (remove the star anise) or blender.
- Blend until completely smooth.
- Store in a mason jar for up to 3 weeks in the fridge. Enjoy!
Becky’s Tips
- Make sure the pears have time to simmer . If you rush the process, you may end up with watery results. Also, keep in mind that pear butter tends to thicken as it cools.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Pear Butter Step by Step
Combine the ingredients: Combine 3 cans chopped pears, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 3 tbsp agave nectar, juice from ½ lemon, ½ tbsp ground ginger, ¼ tsp salt, ½ tsp ground nutmeg, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, pinch ground cloves, 1 tsp lemon zest ( optional) and 1 star anise (optional ) .
Boil : Bring to a boil, then cover partially to allow steam to leave the pot and simmer for 50 minutes. Stir occasionally to make sure the bottom doesn’t burn.
Process: After the mixture has cooked down and the pears are super soft, transfer to a food processor (remove the star anise) or blender. Blend until completely smooth.
Store: Store in a mason jar for up to 3 weeks in the fridge. Enjoy!
How to Store
This easy pear butter will keep well in the fridge for up to 3 weeks. Let it cool completely before placing into a sealable jar.
Be sure to make a big batch as this will freeze for up to a year. Make a big batch in fall and enjoy it into the warmer months. Thaw it in the fridge overnight before using.
Serving Suggestions
You can serve pear butter with so many things! I love spreading it on a piece of toast or an English muffin for a quick morning treat. It’s also amazing on pancakes and waffles .
more easy fall recipes
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Pumpkin Spice Flavored Whipped Cream Recipe
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One Hour Easy Pear Butter
Ingredients
- 3 15 oz. cans chopped pears drained, or 6 fresh pears, cored and chopped, no need to peel
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 tbsp agave nectar or honey
- juice from ½ lemon
- ½ tbsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- pinch ground cloves
- 1 tsp lemon zest optional
- 1 star anise optional
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring to combine. 3 15 oz. cans chopped pears, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 3 tbsp agave nectar, juice from ½ lemon, ½ tbsp ground ginger, ¼ tsp salt, ½ tsp ground nutmeg, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, pinch ground cloves, 1 tsp lemon zest, 1 star anise
- Bring to a boil, then cover (cover partially to allow steam to leave the pot) and simmer for 50 minutes. Stir occasionally to make sure the bottom doesn’t burn.
- After the mixture has cooked down and the pears are super soft, transfer to a food processor (remove the star anise) or blender.
- Blend until completely smooth.
- Store in a mason jar for up to 3 weeks in the fridge. Enjoy!
Notes
- Make sure the pears have time to simmer . If you rush the process, you may end up with watery results. Also, keep in mind that pear butter tends to thicken as it cools.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
