Apple Pear Sauce
Apple Pear Sauce
This simple homemade apple pear sauce is a healthy, low-cost treat that tastes better than store-bought versions. Made with fresh seasonal fruit, a touch of spice, and no added sugar, it works as a snack, topping for oatmeal, or side for pork or chicken. Easy to batch-cook and freeze for busy days.
Ingredients
- 4 medium apples, peeled, cored, and chopped (use any variety like Gala or Fuji for natural sweetness)
- 4 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and chopped (Bartlett or Anjou work best when soft)
- ½ cup water
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional for warm flavor)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (to brighten taste and prevent browning)
- Pinch of salt (enhances natural fruit sweetness)
- No sugar needed since ripe fruit provides plenty of natural sweetness.
Direction
- Follow these easy steps for perfect results every time:
- Step 1: Wash, peel, core, and chop the apples and pears into roughly equal small pieces so they cook evenly.
- Step 2: Place the chopped fruit in a large pot, add the water, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and pinch of salt.
- Step 3: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes. Stir occasionally until the fruit is very soft and breaks apart easily.
- Step 4: Remove from heat and mash with a potato masher for chunky sauce, or use an immersion blender for smooth texture.
- Step 5: Taste and adjust cinnamon if needed. Let cool slightly before serving warm, or store in the fridge for up to one week or freeze in portions for up to three months.
Nutrients Information
Per ½ cup serving (approximate values based on standard ingredients without added sugar)
- Calories: 90 to 110
- Total Fat: 0.3 grams
- Saturated Fat: 0 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
- Sodium: 25 milligrams (low due to minimal salt)
- Total Carbohydrates: 24 grams
- Dietary Fiber: 4 to 5 grams (great for digestion)
- Sugars: 17 grams (all natural from fruit)
- Protein: 0.5 grams
- Rich in vitamin C, potassium, and antioxidants from the fruit. A heart-healthy, naturally sweet option perfect for low-cost healthy eating.