Sweet, juicy, and beautifully smooth, Moonglow Pears are a classic fall pear with greenish-yellow skin that becomes more golden as the fruit ripens. Inside, the flesh is soft, fine-textured, and juicy with a mild, pleasantly sweet pear flavor.
Like many European-style pears, Moonglow Pears are picked while still firm and are best allowed to finish ripening at room temperature. Leave them on the counter until the area near the stem gives slightly when gently pressed. Once ripe, they become softer, juicier, and more flavorful.
Preparation Ideas
- Enjoy fresh once fully ripened
- Slice into green or fruit salads
- Pair with cheddar, gouda, blue cheese, or soft cheeses
- Add to oatmeal, yogurt, or breakfast bowls
- Bake into pear crisps, cobblers, cakes, and tarts
- Poach with warm spices for an easy fall dessert
- Cook into pear sauce, preserves, or fruit compote
Sweet, juicy, and delicately flavored, Moonglow Pears are a wonderful fall pear for fresh eating, baking, and preserving. Give them a little time to ripen on the counter, and you’ll be rewarded with a soft, flavorful orchard treat.
