BHA & BHT Free Chunky Cinnamon Applesauce
Warm, fragrant, and full of real apple texture, this homemade applesauce is the kind of thing that makes a whole kitchen smell incredible. Store-bought versions are notoriously tricky territory — many contain preservatives like BHA and BHT to extend shelf life, and they can be hard to spot on a label. Making it from scratch with just apples, honey, and a handful of spices means you know exactly what's in every spoonful. Ceylon cinnamon and a touch of ground ginger give this a gently spiced depth that goes well beyond the standard jarred stuff. The chunky mash technique keeps it rustic and satisfying rather than smooth and one-note — you get real bites of soft apple throughout. A squeeze of lemon juice at the end brightens everything up and helps it keep beautifully in the fridge. Serve it warm alongside pork, spoon it over oatmeal, or eat it straight from the jar — no judgment here.
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6 servings
- 3 lbs apples (about 6 medium), peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks
- ¼ cup water
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ⅛ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple chunks, water, honey, Ceylon cinnamon, ginger, and salt in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir to coat the apples evenly.
- 2
Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples are completely tender and beginning to break down, about 15–18 minutes. The apples should offer no resistance when pressed with a spoon.
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