30+ Pear Canning Recipes

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Pear canning recipes are by far the best way to preserve pears, as they don’t store as well as apples.  Enjoy luscious pears all year long right from your pantry shelf!

There’s an old saying about pears attributed to Ralph Waldo Emerson that basically sums up the trouble every pear lover faces…

“There are only about 10 minutes in the life of a pear when it’s perfect to eat.”

Knowing that, it’s tricky to catch pears right at the peak of ripeness…without being completely overwhelmed.  If you have a pear tree at home, you know exactly what I mean.  They come in by the bushel full, but there’s no way to eat them in time.

That’s when pear canning recipes come to the rescue, and you can choose the pears that are perfectly ripe each day and basically stop time in a canning jar.

Later on, take them off the pantry shelf for perfect pears every time…be it jam, jelly, whole canned pears or something exotic like pickled pears or pear chutney!

Pear Canning Recipes

Pears offer a unique texture that works well in various recipes, so you’ll never grow bored of the fruit. Can them plain or with other flavors, or try a recipe for one of the great summer delicacies the fruit lends itself to.

Canning Pears in Syrup

Plain canned pears are a wonderful treat for children and grownups, straight from the jar. Once the fresh fruit season is gone, you’ll want to have a few of these on hand.

• Canning Pears 
• Canning Asian Pears 
• How to Can Pears Without Sugar 
• Spiced Pears

Pear Pie Filling

When pear season comes around, you’ll want to save plenty for putting up luscious pie fillings that will last all year. Subtle flavors are great on their own or paired with various other options.

• Pear Pie Filling 
• Vanilla Bean Pear Pie Filling 
• Pear Pineapple Pie Filling 
• Canned Rhubarb and Pear Pie Filling 

Pear Jam

Making jam is fun and saves lots of money over time by allowing you to have this unique sweet treat right on your pantry shelf.

• Pear Jam 
• Cardamom Pear Jam 
• Spiced Pear Jam 
• Raspberry Pear Jam 
• Lemon Herb Pear Jam 

Pear Jelly

Rich, spreadable jelly is easy to preserve, especially with a large pear harvest. And homemade versions are always the very best.

• Pear Jelly 
• Maple Pear Jelly 
• Vanilla Pear Jelly 
• Lemon Pear Jelly 
• Spiced Pear Jelly 

Pear Sauce

The consistency of the pear makes it an excellent choice for creating the perfect sauce. Pears cook differently than other fruits, though, so follow these recipes for a fabulous flavor.

• Pear Sauce 
• Cinnamon Pear Sauce 
• Spiced Pear Sauce 
• Apple Pear Sauce 

Pear Butter

Pear butter is an alternative to apple butter that’s easy to make and preserve for your kitchen pantry. One try, and you’ll want to create your own inventory of this silky butter.

• Pear Butter 
• Vanilla Spiced Pear Butter 
• Brown Sugar Pear Butter 
• Caramel Spice Pear Butter 
• Salted Caramel Pear Butter 

Pear Juice

Pear juice is perfect by itself or with recipes that require a hint of sweetness without overdoing it. The subtle flavor is a star in many dishes and drinks.

• How to Make Pear Cider 
• Canning Pear Juice  

Pear Syrup

What can you use pear syrup for? We’re glad you asked! Use it for pancakes, waffles, Sunday brunch, or to spice up other recipes. And these are just some ideas to get you started.

• Spiced Pear Syrup 
• Pineapple Pear Syrup  

Pickled Pears

Enjoy spiced pears all by themselves, atop other dishes, or as an accompaniment. Any way you use them, you’ll want to stock up, so you don’t run out.

• Pickled Pears 
• Sweet and Sour Spiced Pickled Pears 
• Pickled Asian Pears with Lemon 
• Spiced Pickled Pears 
• Sweet and Spicy Pickled Pears 

Pear Chutney

Chutney is similar to relish but mixes a wide range of seasonings and spices. It’s a perfect addition to various meats and curried foods.

• How to Make and Can Pear Chutney 
• Ginger & Pear Chutney 
• Spiced Pear Chutney Preserves 
• Raisin Pear Chutney 
• Jalapeno Pear Chutney 

Ways to Preserve Pears

Looking for more ways to preserve pears?

• Three Methods of Freezing Pears 
• How to Dehydrate Pears 
• Pear Preservation Ideas 

Canning Recipes

Putting up more than just pears this season?

• 30+ Soup Canning Recipes 
• Canning Peppers (Hot or Sweet) 
• Pickled Green Tomatoes 
• Old-Fashioned Green Tomato Jam