Crock Pot Apple Pear Sauce with Ginger
Transform your fall fruit haul into a cozy, spiced delight with this Crock Pot Apple Pear Sauce with Ginger. Bursting with the natural sweetness of ripe apples and pears, this easy slow-cooked recipe gets an aromatic upgrade from fresh grated ginger and a touch of cinnamon. Simply toss everything into your crock pot—prep takes only 15 minutes!—and let the gentle simmering process transform the fruit into a rich, velvety sauce. Customize your creation with a drizzle of honey or maple syrup for added sweetness, or keep it naturally sweetened for a wholesome treat. Perfect as a breakfast topping, a snack, or even a side with savory dishes, this comforting sauce captures the essence of autumn in every spoonful. Bonus: it’s freezer-friendly for meal prep!
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Ingredients
- 4 medium Apples (sweet varieties such as Fuji or Gala)
- 4 medium Pears (Bartlett or Anjou)
- 1 inch piece, grated Fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
Directions
Step 1
Wash, peel, core, and chop the apples and pears into roughly 1-inch chunks.
Step 2
Place the chopped apples and pears into the crock pot.
Step 3
Add the grated ginger, lemon juice, ground cinnamon, and water to the crock pot. Stir to combine.
Step 4
If you prefer a sweeter sauce, stir in the honey or maple syrup at this stage.
Step 5
Cover the crock pot with its lid and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or until the fruit is very soft and easily mashed.
Step 6
Once cooked, use an immersion blender for a smooth sauce or a potato masher for a chunkier texture. Blend or mash to your desired consistency.
Step 7
Allow the sauce to cool slightly before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1750.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 926.5 |
| Total Fat 2.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 27.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 247.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 43.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 179.0g | |
| Protein 5.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 153.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1698.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories