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First of all, you can’t beat our delicious apple pear sauce recipe because you can’t buy it in the stores! Second of all, our homemade pear sauce with apples is so delicious and flavorful! Those are the main reasons why making pear sauce at home.

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Why make this homemade apple pear sauce?

It just tastes so much better when you make it yourself, especially when adding fresh apples. We didn’t think homemade applesauce could be any better until we found some really over-ripe pears on the counter. Deciding to add ripe pears to our batch of applesauce was not only a great idea, it was incredibly delicious!

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Can I Freeze Apple Sauce or Pear Sauce?

Yes, you can freeze apple sauce and pear sauce easily. Just freeze it in freezer safe containers, small plastic bags or in ice cube trays. This frozen sauce should keep in the freezer for about 6-8 months. Try to eat it sooner than later. After thawing, give the sauce a good stir to mix everything together.

Are the pear sauce flavors good?

You’ll love this pear sauce because the sweet flavor of pears balances so perfectly with ripe apples and what we have here is a winning combination of the perfect pear applesauce recipe. To amp it up even more, we added some extra spices, which you can easily customize with your favorite spices.What ever you decide on the spices, make it your own and enjoy making homemade pear applesauce to use up all the great fruit of the season! Finally, here’s a fantastic slow cooker apple butter for all you apple loving cooks!

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Homemade Spiced Pear Applesauce Recipe

The softer & riper the pears, the better the flavor. Same for the apples. Even if the apples a on the mealy side, as long as they still have a good taste, they'll be perfect for this Pear-Apple sauce.

Makes about 1 qt.

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds (910g)pears , peeled cored and cut into 1" chunks
  • 1 pound (455g) apples , peeled cored and cut into 1"chunks
  • 2 tablespoons (30g) packed brown sugar , or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground clove or nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) water
  • lemon zest , from 1 medium lemon

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients (pears, apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, clove or nutmeg, ginger, vanilla extract, water, and lemon zest) in a sauce pan. Heat over medium-high heat until the mixture reaches a simmer. Reduce heat to low and simmer on low heat for about 20-30 minutes, or until the pear and apple chunks becomes soft and tender.

    Cooking time will vary depending on the ripeness of the pears and apples.

  • Allow sauce to cool, then mash or blend in a blender/food processor to your preferredtexture and consistency.

Nutrition Information per Serving

Calories: 108kcal, Carbohydrates: 28g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 1g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 4mg, Potassium: 192mg, Fiber: 5g, Sugar: 20g, Vitamin A: 59IU, Vitamin C: 7mg, Calcium: 19mg, Iron: 1mg

Course: Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine: Fruit, Stove Top, Vegetarian

Calories: 108

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  • This recipe was originally published in 2016 and re-published in 2021 with updated video.

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    7 Comments on “Spiced Pear Sauce with Apples too!”

  1. Katie Reply

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    This recipe is amazing! I threw in all the pears and apples I had from a CSA that weren’t quite sweet enough to eat by themselves and this transformed them into a delicious sauce. I used clove, not nutmeg and it is perfection. Thank you!

    • Best Recipe Box Reply

      Thanks for enjoying the recipe Katie! Have a great day!

  2. Barbara Reply

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    Love, love love this recipe. Made several batches and friends love it. I don’t have a canner, so I used my Instant Pot, five minutes cooking, mashed with potato masher and blended to desired consistency and put in jars for use within a week or freezer for up to six months. My friends are saying it is amazing! Wish I could post pictures.

    • Best Recipe Box Reply

      Thanks Barbara for the feedback! We’re thrilled that you enjoyed the recipe!

  3. Hannah Reply

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    I’m a big fan of pears and it was sad not to see very many good pear sauce recipes out there. This one is the best I’ve tried!

  4. Janice Reply

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    I love the combination of pears and apples! I especially love that I get to taste the pear more.

  5. Gwen Reply

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    Making a sauce with both apples and pears is really amazing. I’m loving both the flavors together.

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FAQs

Can I use pear sauce instead of applesauce? ›

Ways to Use Pear Sauce

Basically, any way that you like to use applesauce is a good way to use pear sauce. I like to enjoy it as-is, with a sprinkling of (extra) cinnamon, either cold or warmed up over the stove.

What is an apple crossed with a pear called? ›

Apple pears, as the name is composed of two words apple and pear, seem like a hybrid but it's natural. They are not hybrids. Papples are hybrid but apple pears are natural fruits, also called Asian pears.

Do I have to peel pears for baking? ›

No need to peel, just slice pears in half and take out the core with a knife or melon baller. This fun fruit is high in fiber – which helps keep you full – and potassium, a powerful player in hydration, muscle and nerve functioning and regulating blood pressure.

Can you eat the skin of an Apple Pear? ›

We can eat the skin of berries, apples, pears, and soft fruits like plums and cherries. Some cultures prefer to remove the peels of fruits like apples and pears, however.

Why did my pear sauce turn pink? ›

Excessive heat changes natural food pigments. Use correct processing methods and time to reduce discoloration. If the fruit grew in dry weather, it often turns pink and cannot be prevented. While the color doesn't look right, the pears are safe to eat.

What can I use in a recipe if I don't have applesauce? ›

Best Substitutes for Applesauce
  • Pureed Apples. Most people are familiar with apples in their whole, raw form. ...
  • Pumpkin Puree. Pumpkin puree. ...
  • Mashed Bananas. Mashed banana. ...
  • Pear Puree. Pear puree. ...
  • Plain Greek Yogurt. Greek yogurt.
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What is a half pear half apple called? ›

Asian pears, also known as apple pears or sand pears, are a healthy treat that combine the best qualities of apples and pears. These fruits are a crunchy, sweet member of the pear family, but they grow to be round like an apple.

Is apple pear good for diabetes? ›

plums. grapefruit. peaches. apples — High fiber fruits like apples and pears help to slow a spike in blood sugar, Rose says.

Can dogs eat pears? ›

Yes, dogs can eat pears. Pears are a great snack because they're high in copper, vitamins C and K, and fiber. If you're sharing pears with your dog, just be sure to cut the pear flesh into bite-size chunks and remove the pit and seeds first, as the seeds contain traces of cyanide.

What are the best pears for baking? ›

You'll want to choose pears that hold together well when making poached, baked, or grilled pears. Look to the crispest raw pears to find those that can withstand heat. The popular Bosc pear is the best option. Anjou pears are another top choice and Concorde and French butter pears are also reliable.

How ripe should pears be for baking? ›

If you're using the pears for cooking, underripe pears are actually what you need. They will hold their shape better whether poached, baked, or braised. If the pears you have are soft and almost mushy, don't discard them! They are best for cooking into a pear sauce.

What part of a pear can you not eat? ›

Apple and pear seeds contain amygdalin, a substance that releases the toxic cyanide in the digestive tract. If you swallow the seeds whole, the hard outer layer is too tough for digestive enzymes to get through but if you chew them, amygdalin is released into the body producing tiny amounts of cyanide.

Should you eat pear cores? ›

Apricot kernels and the seeds of apples and pears contain a naturally occurring toxin (amygdalin). When eaten, this toxin can react with stomach enzymes and release a poison (cyanide) in the gut. This can cause stomach ache, illness, and can be fatal, especially for children.

Can I use pear instead of apple? ›

As you probably already know, pears can be substituted for apples in almost any recipe. I decided to make a pear cake, so I checked through my files for my favorite apple cake recipes. I actually combined two recipes for this pear cake, and it worked great.

Is it safe to can pear sauce? ›

Canning Pear Sauce

Prepare the water bath canner (filled with water and jars and get the jars hot). Ladle the hot pear sauce into hot jars, leaving 1/2" headspace. Wipe the rims of jars and place the lids and bands on. Can in hot water bath for 30 minutes (quarts) or 25 minutes (pints).

How do I substitute applesauce for mashed bananas? ›

Replace one banana with 1/2 cup of applesauce, but don't use more than 1 cup of applesauce because the mixture will be too wet. Egg whites (or a whole egg) can also substitute for a banana in some baked goods.

Can I use sour cream instead of applesauce in baking? ›

On the flip side, if your recipe calls for applesauce as a source of moisture, then fat-heavy substitutes like yogurt or sour cream that can make your final product rich and moist will work well.

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