Paleo Hot Apple-Pear Compote Drink
Imagine wrapping your hands around a steaming mug of something that tastes like autumn distilled into a single sip — that's exactly what this warm fruit drink delivers. Fresh apples and pears are simmered down with Ceylon cinnamon, ginger, and a touch of maple syrup until they're completely soft, then pressed through a sieve to produce a silky, naturally sweet liquid that's pure comfort. A splash of apple cider vinegar added at the end gives it just enough brightness to keep things interesting and balanced. Because every ingredient here is whole and unprocessed, this drink fits cleanly into a grain-free, refined-sugar-free lifestyle without any awkward substitutions or label-reading stress. The optional thyme sprig is a small move that adds a subtle herbal note and makes the whole thing feel a little more sophisticated. It's the kind of drink that works equally well as a cozy morning ritual or a wind-down evening treat when you want something warming but light.
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2 servings
- 2 medium apples (such as fuji or honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and roughly chopped
- 2 medium ripe pears (such as bartlett or bosc), peeled, cored, and roughly chopped
- 2 cups water
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ⅛ tsp ground ginger
- 1 pinch fine sea salt
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 sprig fresh thyme (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the chopped apples, chopped pears, water, maple syrup, Ceylon cinnamon, ground ginger, and sea salt in a medium saucepan. Add the thyme sprig, if using. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low.
- 2
Simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the fruit is completely soft and beginning to fall apart, about 15–18 minutes.
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