Name: Unsweetened Ginger Pear Cinnamon Applesauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 Gala apples; 3 Bartlett pears; 1 tsp fresh ginger; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 0.75 cup water

Unsweetened Ginger Pear Cinnamon Applesauce

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Unsweetened Ginger Pear Cinnamon Applesauce

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Add all ingredients to a medium saucepan and stir until well mixed. Place the pan over medium heat until the water comes to a slow boil, then reduce heat to low. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently, until the apples are very tender.

Remove the pan from heat, and blend the apples and pears together in your preferred method until no chunks remain. Use a potato masher, an immersion blender, or a Vitamix on low. It’s delicious when warm, but best when refrigerated overnight.

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Choose Ripe Pears for Natural Sweetness 🍐
Select Bartlett pears that yield slightly to gentle pressure—they'll provide natural sugars and creamier texture without added sweeteners, making the applesauce naturally sweet.
Grate Fresh Ginger for Maximum Flavor 🧄
Finely grate fresh ginger rather than mincing to release more essential oils and distribute the spicy warmth evenly throughout the sauce as it cooks.
Add Lemon Juice at the End 🍋
Squeeze fresh lemon juice in the final minutes of cooking to brighten flavors and prevent oxidation, which keeps the applesauce from browning while preserving its vibrant taste.
Use a Food Mill for Silky Texture ✨
Pass the cooked fruit through a food mill rather than blending to achieve a naturally smooth, velvety consistency while removing skins without over-processing.
Toast Cinnamon Sticks First for Depth 🌟
Warm ground cinnamon in the pot for 30 seconds before adding fruit to deepen its flavor profile and eliminate any raw spice taste in the final applesauce.