17+ Christmas Cinnamon Pears Recipe Get Cooking And Enjoy!
Published on: Apr 6, 2024
If you're looking for a festive and delicious dessert to serve during the holiday season, look no further than this Christmas Cinnamon Pears recipe. These sweet and spicy pears are the perfect addition to any holiday meal or party, and they're surprisingly easy to make. Not to mention, they'll make your house smell absolutely heavenly while they're baking in the oven. So let's get into the details of this delectable dish!
Main Ingredients: Pears, Cranberries, Orange Juice, Sugar, Canela, Grated
Start off your holiday feast with a burst of flavor with this sweet and tangy pear cranberry compote. The combination of juicy pears and tart cranberries creates the perfect accompaniment to your beer can chicken. Simply simmer the fruits with some honey, brown sugar, and a splash of orange juice until they are soft and jam-like. Serve warm over your chicken for a delicious twist on traditional cranberry sauce.
Add a touch of holiday cheer to your beer can chicken with these Christmas cinnamon pears. Simply toss sliced pears with some cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar and roast in the oven until tender. These spiced pears add a festive touch to your chicken and make for a beautiful presentation on the dinner table.
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Christmas Sangria
Main Ingredients: Red Wine, Cranberry Juice, Apple Cider, Brandy, Honey
What's a holiday feast without a festive drink to go along with it? This Christmas sangria is the perfect accompaniment to your beer can chicken. Simply mix together red wine, brandy, apple cider, and a variety of seasonal fruits like apples, cranberries, and oranges. Let it sit in the fridge for a few hours to let the flavors meld together and serve over ice for a refreshing and delicious drink.
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Cinnamon Pear Tarts with Puff Pastry
Main Ingredients: Frozen Puff Pastry, All Purpose Flour, Dark Brown
Take your beer can chicken to the next level with these delicious cinnamon pear tarts. Using store-bought puff pastry, simply top with sliced pears, brown sugar, and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Bake until golden brown and serve alongside your chicken for a sweet and flaky side dish that your guests will love.
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Christmas Spiced Pancakes
Main Ingredients: Bananas, Medjool Date, Eggs, Buckwheat Flour, Canela
Who says pancakes are just for breakfast? These Christmas spiced pancakes are the perfect accompaniment to your beer can chicken for a festive twist on a classic dish. Simply add cinnamon, ginger, and clove to your pancake batter and cook as usual. Serve topped with maple syrup and some leftover cranberry compote for a delicious and unique side dish.
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Christmas Cranberry Fruit Salsa
Main Ingredients: Fresh Cranberries, Golden Delicious Apple, Pear
Add some color and flavor to your beer can chicken with this Christmas cranberry fruit salsa. Combine chopped cranberries with diced apples, oranges, and kiwis for a refreshing and tangy salsa that pairs perfectly with the smoky flavors of your chicken. Serve it as a side dish or as a topping for your chicken.
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Christmas Salad (Blood Orange Salad)
Main Ingredients: Blood Orange Juice, Blood Orange Zest, Orange Juice
Looking for a light and fresh side dish to go with your beer can chicken? This Christmas salad with blood oranges is the perfect choice. Simply combine arugula, pomegranate seeds, and blood orange segments with a citrus vinaigrette. The bright colors and flavors of this salad make for a beautiful and delicious addition to your holiday meal.
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Mini Gluten-Free Cranberry Christmas Pies
Main Ingredients: Gluten, Pie Shells, Coconut Oil, Coconut Sugar, Pumpkin
For those with dietary restrictions, these mini gluten-free cranberry Christmas pies are the perfect way to enjoy a holiday dessert. Made with a gluten-free crust and filled with a mixture of cranberries, apples, and spices, these mini pies are the perfect size for individual servings. Serve alongside your beer can chicken for a sweet and satisfying end to your meal.
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Christmas Sangria
Main Ingredients: White Wine, Ginger Beer, Apple Cider, Brandy, Pears
We couldn't resist including another sangria recipe on this list, especially one that is perfect for the holiday season. This Christmas sangria is made with white wine, pear cider, and a variety of seasonal fruits like pears, cranberries, and rosemary. It's light, refreshing, and the perfect accompaniment to your beer can chicken.
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Stovetop Christmas Simmer Pot
Main Ingredients: Water, Oranges, Cranberries, Cinnamon Sticks, Ground
If you want your house to smell like Christmas while you cook your beer can chicken, this stovetop Christmas simmer pot is the way to go. Simply combine cinnamon sticks, cranberries, orange slices, and rosemary in a pot with some water and let it simmer on the stovetop. Your guests will be greeted with the warm and inviting scents of the holiday season as they enter your home.
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Christmas Chutney [vegan]
Main Ingredients: Bramley Apples, Pears, Fresh Cranberries, Red Onion
For our vegan friends, this Christmas chutney is the perfect accompaniment to your beer can chicken. Made with apples, cranberries, raisins, and spices, this chutney is sweet, savory, and bursting with holiday flavors. Serve it as a topping for your chicken or as a dip for crackers or vegetables.
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Christmas Ale Sangria.
Main Ingredients: Apple Cider, Vodka, Orange Bitters, Pears, Oranges
For those who prefer a beer-based cocktail, this Christmas ale sangria is the perfect choice. Combine Christmas ale, apple cider, and a variety of seasonal fruits like pears, oranges, and cranberries. Let it sit in the fridge for a few hours and serve over ice for a refreshing and unique drink that pairs perfectly with your beer can chicken.
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Ponche Navideño (Mexican Christmas Fruit Punch)
Main Ingredients: Water, Cinnamon Sticks, Cloves, Tamarind Pods, Crab
Add a Mexican twist to your holiday meal with this Ponche Navideño, or Mexican Christmas fruit punch. Made with hibiscus flowers, apples, prunes, and cinnamon, this warm and comforting drink is the perfect accompaniment to your beer can chicken on a chilly winter night.
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Spiced Pear and Cider Christmas Chutney
Main Ingredients: Olive Oil, Shallots, Pears, Gala Apples, Fresh Ginger
This spiced pear and cider Christmas chutney is a delicious and unique way to add some flavor to your beer can chicken. Made with pears, apple cider, and a variety of spices, this chutney is sweet, tangy, and the perfect balance of flavors. Serve it as a topping for your chicken or as a spread for sandwiches or crackers.
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Ponche Navideño (Mexican Christmas Fruit Punch)
Main Ingredients: Water, Cinnamon Sticks, Cloves, Tamarind Pods, Crab
We couldn't resist including another recipe for Ponche Navideño, because it's just that good. This version is made with pineapple, cranberries, and tequila for a fun and festive twist on the traditional drink. Serve it alongside your beer can chicken for a unique and delicious holiday meal.
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Christmas Prep – Spiced Pickled Pears for Cheese and...
Main Ingredients: Pears, Light Brown Sugar, White Wine Vinegar, Cider
Looking for a tasty and unique appetizer to serve with your beer can chicken? These spiced pickled pears are the perfect choice. The combination of cinnamon, cloves, and star anise gives these pears a warm and spicy flavor that pairs perfectly with a variety of cheeses. Serve them on a cheese board or as a topping for crackers for a delicious and easy appetizer.
If you want to take your appetizer game to the next level, this Christmas charcuterie board is the way to go. Fill a platter with a variety of meats, cheeses, fruits, nuts, and spreads for a beautiful and delicious spread that your guests can graze on while you cook your beer can chicken. Get creative with your choices and add some holiday-themed touches for a festive touch.
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Pear Gingerbread Baked Oatmeal Singles
Main Ingredients: Old Fashioned Oats, Packed Brown Sugar, Baking Powder
Start your holiday morning off right with these pear gingerbread baked oatmeal singles. Made with pear, ginger, and molasses, these individual portions are a delicious and healthy breakfast option that will keep you energized throughout the day. Serve them alongside your beer can chicken for a tasty and wholesome holiday meal.
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Holiday Gingerbread Pear Crumble From OATrageous...
Main Ingredients: Rolled Oats, Whole Wheat Pastry Flour, Agave Nectar
If you're in the mood for a warm and comforting dessert, this holiday gingerbread pear crumble is the perfect choice. Made with pears, cinnamon, and ginger, this crumble is topped with a delicious oat and gingerbread crust. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent and satisfying end to your holiday meal.
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Pear Cranberry Gingerbread Tartlets
Main Ingredients: Flour, Dark Brown Sugar, Ginger, Canela, Allspice
Last but not least, these pear cranberry gingerbread tartlets are a delicious and festive dessert option to serve with your beer can chicken. Made with a gingerbread crust and filled with a mixture of pears, cranberries, and spices, these tartlets are a beautiful and tasty addition to your holiday menu.
Ingredients
For the pears:
5 pears, ripe but firm
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup honey
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 cup water
For the topping:
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup rolled oats
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup melted butter
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, honey, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and water.
3. Peel the pears and cut them in half lengthwise. Remove the cores.
4. Place the pear halves in a baking dish and pour the spice mixture over them, making sure to coat each one.
5. In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, oats, brown sugar, pecans, and melted butter until crumbly.
6. Sprinkle the topping over the pears.
7. Bake for 30 minutes or until the pears are tender and the topping is golden brown.
8. Serve warm and enjoy the delicious aroma of Christmas spices in your home!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
This Christmas Cinnamon Pears recipe is not only incredibly easy to make, but it's also a healthier dessert option. The pears are naturally sweet and the spices add a burst of flavor without the need for excessive amounts of sugar. Plus, the combination of warm cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves is reminiscent of the holiday season and will surely get you in the festive spirit.
Additionally, this recipe can easily be made ahead of time and reheated before serving. You can also double or triple the recipe to make a larger batch for a holiday party or potluck. And let's not forget the amazing aroma that will fill your house while these pears are baking in the oven. It's like having a potpourri and dessert all in one!
So impress your family and friends this holiday season with this delicious and easy Christmas Cinnamon Pears recipe. It's a perfect balance of sweet and spicy and will become a new holiday favorite. Happy baking!
