Cinnamon And Chai Tea Poached South African Pears

Cinnamon And Chai Tea Poached South African Pears. A Recipe From Milly’s Cookbook.

Cinnamon and chai tea poached South African pears are a beautifully aromatic dessert that combines warm spices, delicate fruit sweetness, and comforting tea notes into one irresistible dish.

Using premium South African pears ensures a naturally juicy texture and subtle honeyed flavour that absorbs the rich infusion of chai tea, cinnamon sticks, and sugar during the poaching process.

This spiced pear recipe is perfect for autumn and winter entertaining, festive gatherings, or anyone seeking a refined yet simple fruit dessert.

Cinnamon And Chai Tea Poached South African Pears:

Cinnamon And Chai Tea Poached South African Pears.

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Today I also have a recipe to share with you, created c/o Nicola Millbank using South African pears, available in UK supermarkets until October.

Table Of Contents:

1. Firstly, A Recipe From Milly’s Cookbook: Cinnamon And Chai Tea Poached South African Pears.
2. Secondly, A Recipe From Milly’s Cookbook: Cinnamon And Chai Tea Poached South African Pears.
3. Thirdly, Other Recipe Ideas.

The chai tea syrup gently softens the pears while creating a fragrant glaze that can be served warm or chilled, making it a versatile option for dinner parties or healthy dessert alternatives.

Cinnamon adds depth and warmth, complementing the natural sugars of the pears without overpowering them, while the chai blend introduces complex, comforting spice notes often associated with wellness teas.

South African Pears:

South African pears are mainly grown in the Western Cape. Areas including Elgin, Ceres and Wolseley are particularly well known for their pear production.

South African fruit is also an ethical choice because of its role in developing the country in the last 20 years.

They contain high levels of antioxidant nutrients in pears are critical in building up your immune system.

The high content of pectin in pears make it very useful in helping to lower cholesterol levels and the dietary fibre they contain helps to maintain a healthy digestive system.

How To Make Cinnamon And Chai Tea Poached South African Pears:

How To Make Cinnamon And Chai Tea Poached South African Pears.

Recipes featuring South African pears,

Serves 4

Ingredients:

• 2 chai tea bags
• 1 Cinnamon Stick
• 300ml of boiling water
• 150g of caster sugar
• 4 ripe South African pears, but not soft

Method:

Cinnamon poached fruit.

1. Firstly, select a saucepan that fits all four pears in snugly which also allows for the lid to go on without crushing them.
2. Pour the boiling water into the pan, add the sugar and cinnamon stick and place the chai tea bags into the water. Bring to the boil for ten minutes to dissolve the sugar then squeeze the teabags out and remove them along with the cinnamon stick.
3. Peel the pears and de-core them from the bottom and cut the bottoms off of them so they stand up.
4. Pop the pears into the pan on their sides with the chai sugar water and turn down to a simmer, pop the lid on and poach for 15 – 20 minutes depending on how ripe your pears are. Turn the pears halfway through cooking to get a nice even colour.
5. Once the pears are soft, remove them from the pan and bring the liquid up to a boil and reduce for about 10 minutes until you have a syrup.
6. Serve the pears standing up with the syrup poured over the top.

These poached pears pair beautifully with Greek yogurt, mascarpone, vanilla ice cream, or crunchy granola for added texture.

They are also an excellent choice for health-conscious cooks, as poaching fruit in tea reduces the need for heavy sugars while preserving nutrients and natural flavour.

A Recipe From Milly’s Cookbook:

A Recipe From Milly’s Cookbook Cinnamon And Chai Tea Poached South African Pears.

Recipe courtesy of: Milly’s Real Food by Nicola “Milly” Millbank is available nationwide, HQ/HarperCollins. Photography by Susanna Blavarg.

So what do you think of this Cinnamon And Chai Tea Poached South African Pears recipe by Nicola Millbank? Do you also fancy trying it?

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Cinnamon And Chai Tea Poached South African Pears:

Cinnamon And Chai Tea Poached South African Pears.

Whether you’re preparing a festive holiday dessert, a refined brunch centrepiece, or simply exploring new ways to enjoy seasonal pears, cinnamon and chai tea poached South African pears deliver a fragrant, visually stunning, and flavour-rich experience that blends global ingredients with comforting homemade appeal.

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