Lupin Free Chunky Cinnamon Applesauce
Warm, fragrant, and deeply comforting, this homemade applesauce is the kind of thing that makes your whole kitchen smell like a fall afternoon. Six medium apples get simmered down with honey, Ceylon cinnamon, and a hint of ginger until they're perfectly tender, then mashed to a satisfyingly chunky texture that store-bought versions rarely deliver. Ceylon cinnamon in particular brings a softer, more floral warmth than the standard variety, and it pairs beautifully with the natural sweetness of the apples. Lupin — a legume-derived flour and protein ingredient that quietly shows up in packaged foods, baked goods, and even some flavored sauces — has absolutely no place here, and every ingredient on this list is refreshingly straightforward. A splash of fresh lemon juice at the end brightens everything up and keeps the flavors lively. Serve it warm alongside pork, spoon it over oatmeal, 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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