To make the poached fruit, peel and dice the apple and pear into medium dice, ½ by ½ in/1 by 1 cm.
Combine the apple and pear with the remaining poaching ingredients in a medium saucepot. Bring to a simmer and poach the apple and pear until very tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and set the fruit aside to cool. Discard the cinnamon stick, vanilla bean pod, and ri