Cranberry-Pear Butter

Weight Watchers Cranberry-Pear Butter is a yummy and nutritious alternative to regular jam. We will prepare this dip with ripe pears, cranberries, and brown sugar using a slow cooker. The pear offers natural sweetness and fiber. The cranberries boost antioxidants. This tangy sauce works as a garnish for toast, oatmeal, and yogurt. The flavors blend smoothly, and the slow cooker makes preparation simple. This pear butter is an ideal way to brighten your morning or snack routine because of its sweet and tangy flavor. Weight Watchers Slow Cooker Cranberry-Pear Butter is a fantastic alternative for anyone searching for a fresh breakfast spread or a healthy snack. It’s tempting, simple to create, and packed with healthy ingredients.
Then why limit yourself to dull, unhealthy spreads when you may have a delicious substitute? Try the pear butter to get your day started right.

STATS

  • Course: Dips & Sauces
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Weight Watchers, Gluten-free
  • Total Time: Four hours and twenty minutes
  • Preparation Time: Twenty minutes
  • Cook Time: Four hours

EQUIPMENT

  • Slow cooker
  • An immersion blender
  • Sealed jars

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 cup of cranberries, about 5 oz.
  • Sliced seven large pears, approx. 36 oz.
  • Ground cinnamon 1 tsp
  • A hint of powdered cloves
  • Three-fourths light brown sugar, 3/4 cup
  • One orange zest

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Add powdered cloves, light brown sugar, sliced pears, ground cinnamon, orange zest, and cranberries to the slow cooker.
  2. Then, tightly cover the cooker with its cap.
  3. Next, simmer the dip on a high burner flame for 2 hours.
  4. After 2 hours, uncover the slow cooker and check the pears.
  5. Next, grind all cooked items with an immersion blender to create a silky sauce.
  6. After grinding, simmer the dip on a moderate fire for four hours.
  7. The tasty and thick Weight Watchers Slow Cooker Cranberry-Pear Butter is ready.
  8. Put aside the cooker to cool the dip.
  9. Next, shift the dip to a sealed jar and refrigerate it.

UNIQUE SERVING SUGGESTIONS

  • Pair the cranberry sauce with a slice of cheesecake.
  • Spread the sauce over the toasted whole-wheat English muffins.
  • We can incorporate a full spoonful of sauce into the warm oatmeal.
  • Enjoy it with mini cornbread muffins.
  • Pour the tangy sauce over the glazed chicken.
  • You can fill the crepes with this pear butter sauce.

TIPS

  • Choose ripe pears because they are naturally sweet.
  • Don’t use overripe pears, the sauce will be mushy during cooking.
  • Try this dip with different sorts of pears, such as Bosc or Anjou.
  • Use (frozen & fresh) cranberries to prepare this yummy dip.
  • You can balance the quantity of spices according to your choice and taste.

STORAGE INFORMATION

Fridge:

  • You can preserve the cranberry pear sauce in a sealed bowl and refrigerate it for two weeks.

Freezer:

  • We can easily save the sauce without fear of contamination. Preserve it in a covered dish and freeze it for 3 to 4 months.

FAQs

Which pear works best for this dip recipe?

  • Bartlett pears are suggested because of their smooth texture and sweetness. However, you can also use other ripe pears, such as Bosc.

What kinds of sweeteners are suitable for this pear dip recipe?

  • Natural sweeteners like maple syrup or zero-calorie sweeteners are options to reduce the overall sugar and points.

Can I include more fruits in the dip?

  • Apples are sometimes combined with pears and cranberries to create a distinct flavor.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION/SERVING

Per Serving size, 2 tablespoons of cranberry pear butter
Total quantity: 24 servings
Total Calories 44 kcal
Carbohydrates 13 g
Dietary Fiber 2 g
Sugar 11 g
Sodium 2 mg

Each serving of the cranberry pear butter has one (1) Weight Watchers point.