H.G.
Sometimes, I find that apples and pears can have a yucky texture after freezing. (Berries and bananas do better.) But maybe just freeze them without cooking them, and then do a zap in the microwave later to get them soft?
Also, you can make applesauce and pearsauce on the stove. It's way chunkier than a puree, and a really yummy finger food! I just cook apples (or pears) with some cinnamon and water, leaving them on the stove on low heat for a long time. My son refused baby food from 7 months on, but still loves to eat apple/pear sauce. Just keep it chunky!