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Pear cream cider served in a glass
Winter warming drink with pear and cream

Spiced Pear & Cream Cider

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Drinks
This drink straddles the line between cocktail and dessert. Pear and apple are cousins (both Rose family), so their flavors naturally harmonize. Adding cream makes the acidic base luxurious, while spices lend a 'pastry' character. It's like sipping liquid pear pie.
🕒 Prep Time 10 mins
🍳 Cook Time 10 mins
⌛ Total Time 20 mins
🍽️ Servings 2 servings
🔥 Calories 340 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International / Dessert Drink

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Heatproof glasses

Allergen Information

⚠️ Milk

Instructions

1 ✓

Pour cider into saucepan, add cinnamon, nutmeg, and sugar. Heat gently.

Tip: Dissolve the sugar.
2 ✓

Whisk the pear purée into the warm base.

Tip: Use a whisk to ensure no lumps.
3 ✓

Reduce heat to low. In a separate bowl, whisk the cream with a ladleful of warm cider (tempering).

Tip: This step prevents heat shock which would curdle the cream.
4 ✓

Pour the cream mixture back into the pot, add vanilla, and warm for 1 minute. DO NOT boil.

Tip: Just heat through.
5 ✓

Fish out the cinnamon stick and pour into glasses.

Tip: Garnish with fresh pear.

Recipe FAQ

Did the cream curdle?
Cider acidity can curdle cream when boiling. The secret is low heat and tempering.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Apple cider
  • 2/3 cup Pear purée (homemade or high-quality baby food)
  • 2 tbsp Brown sugar, packed
  • 1 stick Cinnamon
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract or paste
  • 1/2 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 pinch Ground nutmeg
  • 2 slices Fresh pear (garnish)