Description

This easy and cozy recipe transforms soft apples and pears into a delicious chai spiced applesauce using a slow cooker. Perfect for breakfast or snacks!

Ingredients

Fruits

3-4 medium Apples, peeled or unpeeled
3-4 medium Pears, peeled or unpeeled

Liquids

splash Water or apple juice (to get things started)
1 tablespoon Lemon juice (for brightness)

Spices

1 teaspoon Cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon Ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon Cardamom
pinch Cloves (a tiny pinch, it is strong)
pinch Salt (to balance flavors)

Sweeteners

to taste Sweetener (maple syrup, honey, brown sugar, or nothing) (optional, depending on fruit ripeness)

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Instructions

Preparation

Core the apples and pears, chop into chunks. Peels are optional.
Toss fruit in slow cooker with lemon juice, spices, pinch of salt, and a splash of water or juice.

Cooking

Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours, or high for 2 to 3 hours until the fruit is very soft.
Mash with a potato masher for chunky sauce or use an immersion blender for smooth sauce.

Tasting & Adjusting

Taste and add sweetener if needed. Adjust spices if desired.

Notes

This recipe is flexible; you can adjust the fruit ratios and tries different spices. Add-ins like vanilla extract or orange zest can enhance flavor. Store in glass jars and keep in the fridge for 5-7 days or freeze in portions.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Category: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American