Canning Pears
Transform ripe pears into sweet, succulent jars that capture the essence of summer. Canning pears not only preserves their delightful flavor but also allows you to enjoy them throughout the year. Perfect for desserts, breakfasts, or simply snacking, this easy recipe is a wonderful way to elevate your pantry staples while creating cherished memories.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 5 servings (based on jar size) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 cups fresh pears, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 cups filtered water
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 cinnamon sticks (optional)
Instructions
- Sterilize canning jars by boiling them in water for at least 10 minutes.
- Peel and slice the pears into thick wedges.
- In a large pot over medium heat, combine sugar and water to create syrup, stirring until dissolved and slightly thickened.
- Stir in lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Pack pear slices tightly into sterilized jars, leaving half an inch of headspace.
- Pour hot syrup over the pears until fully submerged, ensuring headspace remains.
- Wipe jar rims clean and seal with lids securely.
- Process jars in boiling water for 20 minutes.
- Allow jars to cool completely; listen for satisfying pops as they seal!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg