Citrus-Poached Pears with Spiced Yogurt

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-23 · Updated 2026-07-23

Tender pears gently poached halfway in a fragrant citrus-spice broth, served with a dollop of cinnamon-spiced yogurt. This French-inspired recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, layers ripe but firm pears, water, orange peel into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 2, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 large, peeled and halved ripe but firm pears
• 3 cups water
• 1 strip orange peel
• 1 strip lemon peel
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium saucepan, combine 3 cups water, 1 strip orange peel, 1 strip lemon peel, 1 cinnamon stick, and 2 tbsp honey. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
2. Step 2: Add 2 peeled and halved pears to the simmering liquid, ensuring they are half-submerged. Poach gently for 12-15 minutes until pears are tender but still hold shape.
3. Step 3: While pears poach, mix 1 cup plain Greek yogurt with 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth.
4. Step 4: Remove pears with a slotted spoon, discard peels and cinnamon stick. Serve pears warm or chilled topped with a generous spoonful of spiced yogurt.