Lactose Free Chunky Cinnamon Applesauce
Warm, fragrant, and full of real apple texture, this homemade applesauce is the kind of simple recipe that makes you wonder why you ever bought the jarred stuff. Ceylon cinnamon brings a softer, more floral spice than the standard variety, and paired with a touch of ginger and honey, the flavor is genuinely layered without being complicated. The whole thing comes together in one saucepan with just a handful of pantry staples — no dairy, no cream, no butter — so it's naturally easy on sensitive stomachs without any substitutions required. A potato masher keeps things rustic and chunky, which means every spoonful has real apple character rather than a smooth, uniform paste. The optional squeeze of lemon juice brightens everything up and keeps the color looking fresh. Serve it warm alongside a cozy dinner, spoon it over oatmeal in the morning, or eat it straight from the jar — honestly, all three are valid choices.
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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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