Macadamia Free Pear Cinnamon Applesauce
Warm spiced fruit sauce made from scratch hits differently than anything that comes out of a jar, and this version layers sweet pears in with the apples for a depth of flavor that feels almost fancy. The maple syrup adds a gentle, rounded sweetness, while cinnamon and ginger give every spoonful that cozy, aromatic warmth you want on a cool day. Everything simmers together in one saucepan until the fruit is completely tender, then you get to decide your texture — leave it rustic and chunky or blend it silky smooth with an immersion blender. The whole ingredient list is straightforward produce and pantry staples, so there's zero guesswork about what's actually in your bowl. It works beautifully as a side dish, a topping for oatmeal or yogurt, or honestly just eaten warm straight from the pot. Store any leftovers in the fridge and you've got a wholesome, naturally sweetened treat ready to go whenever the craving hits.
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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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