Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Canning and Preserving Recipes Jams and Jellies Recipes 8 Great Recipes for Pear Preserves — Jams, Jellies, and Chutneys By Ita Mac Airt Ita Mac Airt Ita Mac Airt is a longtime member of the Allrecipes Editorial team, starting in the original Seattle headquarters as one of the site's first content producers. She went on to manage several of Allrecipes' international websites before rejoining the Allrecipes.com editorial team in 2023. Allrecipes' editorial guidelines Published on September 2, 2021 Close Photo: Allrecipes Preserve the natural sweetness of fresh pears for year-round use with these fruity jams, jellies, spreads, relishes and chutneys that are packed with pieces of pear. From a sweet pear honey to spicy pear chutney to a festive pear butter, these pear preserves will be a delightful addition to any meal and a perfectly delicious food gift to boot. 01 of 09 Pear Jam View Recipe Kgraves Pears are cooked down and flavored with cinnamon, cloves, allspice, and nutmeg to preserve the flavor of summer all year long. "This is a fantastic jam that has become a family favorite," says reviewer Roger.L "I have given this gem of a jam to many friends and family." 02 of 09 Grandma's Pear Preserves View Recipe Summer "I have canned a lot of pear preserves but decided to try a new recipe," says home cook RAINFALL41. "I found this one and I love it. It has a wonderful rich flavor and is very easy to make. This is now my favorite recipe for pear preserves!" 03 of 09 Autumn Apple Pear Chutney View Recipe Allrecipes Pears, apples, onion, and dried cherries are simmered with vinegar, an array of warming spices, and mustard seeds. "This deeply spiced chutney is one of the last things I make each fall," says recipe creator Melissa McClennan. "I love it alongside roasted root vegetables and in place of applesauce with Hanukkah latkes." 04 of 09 Pear Honey View Recipe Jan Mowbray "This tastes so much like honey, your friends will never believe that the bees did not make it!" says recipe creator VICKSEXT. This pear and pineapple preserve can be used in so many ways. Use it to sweeten smoothies or porridge, serve with a selection of cheese, or simply spread it over a slice of buttered toast. 05 of 09 Pear Butter View Recipe Sonya Coker This rich and sweet butter-like spread is made with an abundance of pears and subtly flavored with orange and nutmeg. "This is the best pear butter recipe I have ever made," says home cook Lizzy. "Use slightly under-ripe pears. The cooking will bring out the sweetness and pear flavor." 06 of 09 Instant Pot® Pear-Applesauce View Recipe Buckwheat Queen Make this naturally delicious pear and cinnamon applesauce when apples and pears are in season. You can keep the sauce chunky or blend fruit with an immersion blender for a smoother sauce. This pear-applesauce is perfect for canning, so you can store it away for an autumnal treat in spring. 07 of 09 Pear Relish View Recipe Fresh pears, green bell peppers, and jalapenos are combined and canned to create this unique tasting relish that you can enjoy all year long. "I have a lot of pear trees, so I'm always looking for different recipes for them," says home cook Cindy. "This is one of the best things I've done with my pears!" 08 of 09 Apple Pear Butter View Recipe Thick and smooth, this homemade pear and apple butter is subtly flavored with honey and vanilla. "I'm about to make my second batch of this autumn gold," says home cook Ellie Bryant. "It's worth the time and effort, especially made with local organic apples and pears. Absolutely delish!" Check Out Our Pear Recipe Collection. 09 of 09 More Like This seeker Poached Pear Recipes That Put an Elegant End to the Meal Pear Desserts for Fall Pear Salad Recipes To Make the Most of Pear Season Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit