Eggless Pear Cinnamon Applesauce
Warm spiced fruit sauce made from scratch is one of those simple pleasures that store-bought jars just can't replicate. This version combines sweet apples and ripe pears with maple syrup, cinnamon, and a hint of ginger for a depth of flavor that feels almost autumnal no matter the season. Everything simmers together in a single saucepan until the fruit is completely tender, then you can mash it chunky or blend it silky smooth depending on your mood. The whole thing is naturally free of eggs and relies entirely on wholesome pantry staples, so there's nothing to second-guess on the label. It's equally at home spooned over oatmeal, served alongside a savory pork dish, or eaten straight from the bowl with a spoon. The touch of maple syrup keeps it refined-sugar-light while still rounding out any tartness from the fruit beautifully.
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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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