Soy Free Pear Cinnamon Applesauce
Warm spiced fruit sauce made from scratch hits differently than anything that comes 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 combination of cinnamon and ginger makes the whole kitchen smell incredible while it simmers, and the maple syrup adds just enough sweetness without overpowering the natural fruit. Every single ingredient here is clean and straightforward — fresh apples, ripe pears, a handful of pantry spices — so there's zero guesswork about hidden additives or fillers that sneak into store-bought versions. You control the texture too, whether you want it rustic and chunky from a few passes with a potato masher or silky smooth from an immersion blender. It works beautifully as a side dish, a topping for oatmeal or pancakes, or honestly just eaten warm by the spoonful straight from the pot. This is the kind of simple, wholesome recipe that earns a permanent spot in your rotation.
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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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