Coconut Free Spiced Pear Sauce
Ripe pears, warm spice, and a splash of apple cider vinegar come together in a sauce that tastes like autumn in a jar. The natural sweetness of the fruit does most of the heavy lifting here, with Ceylon cinnamon and ground ginger adding a gentle, aromatic heat that never overwhelms. Maple syrup brings just enough depth to round everything out without masking the pears' delicate flavor. So many store-bought fruit sauces and condiments sneak in coconut-derived ingredients or oils, making this simple homemade version a genuinely reliable alternative. You can mash it chunky for a rustic texture or blend it silky smooth depending on your mood — both versions are equally irresistible. Spoon it over oatmeal, swirl it into yogurt, serve it alongside roasted pork, or eat it straight from the jar with zero apologies.
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6 servings
- 2 lbs ripe pears (about 4 medium), peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- ½ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- 1
Combine the pear chunks, water, maple syrup, Ceylon cinnamon, ground ginger, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir to coat the pears.
- 2
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the pears are completely tender and collapse easily when pressed with a spoon, about 20–22 minutes.
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