Chestnut Free Pear Cinnamon Applesauce
Warm spiced fruit sauce made from scratch hits differently than anything you'd find in a jar, and this version layers sweet pears in with the apples for a depth of flavor that's genuinely hard to put down. The maple syrup adds a gentle, rounded sweetness, while cinnamon and ginger give it that cozy, aromatic warmth that makes the whole kitchen smell incredible. Everything here is straightforward produce and pantry spices — no hidden additives, no mystery ingredients, just clean and simple cooking you can feel good about. The fruit simmers down until it's completely tender, and then you get to choose your own adventure: leave it chunky and rustic with a potato masher, or go silky smooth with an immersion blender. It's the kind of recipe that works as a side dish, a topping for oatmeal or pancakes, or honestly just eaten by the spoonful straight from the pot. Store-bought versions often sneak in unexpected extras, so making it yourself means you know exactly what's in every bite.
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6 servings
- 1 ½ lb apples (about 4 medium), peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks
- 1 lb ripe pears (about 2 medium), peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks
- ⅓ cup water
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- ¾ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ⅛ tsp salt
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple chunks, pear chunks, water, maple syrup, cinnamon, ginger, and salt in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir to coat the fruit.
- 2
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the fruit is completely tender and collapses easily when pressed with a spoon.
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