Celery Free Chunky Cinnamon Applesauce
Warm, fragrant, and deeply comforting, this homemade applesauce comes together in a single saucepan with nothing but wholesome, straightforward ingredients. Ceylon cinnamon brings a softer, more floral spice than the standard variety, and paired with a touch of ginger and honey, it gives every spoonful a warmth that store-bought versions simply can't match. The chunky texture is the real star here — a quick mash with a fork or potato masher leaves plenty of rustic apple pieces throughout, so it feels more like a sauce you actually made than something squeezed from a pouch. Because everything in this recipe is naturally free from any sneaky additives or hidden vegetable-based fillers, it's a genuinely clean, fuss-free option you can feel good about. Serve it warm alongside pork chops, spoon it over oatmeal, or eat it straight from the pot — no judgment whatsoever. The optional lemon juice brightens the whole thing up and keeps the color looking fresh if you're planning to jar some for later in the week.
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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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