Macadamia Free Chunky Cinnamon Applesauce
Warm, fragrant, and deeply comforting, this homemade applesauce is the kind of simple recipe that makes you wonder why you ever bought the jarred stuff. Fresh apple chunks are simmered low and slow with honey, Ceylon cinnamon, and a hint of ginger until they're perfectly tender and just begging to be mashed. Ceylon cinnamon is worth seeking out here — it's noticeably softer and more floral than the standard variety, and it makes every spoonful taste a little more special. A squeeze of lemon juice at the end brightens everything up and keeps the flavors lively. The whole thing comes together in one saucepan with ingredients you can feel completely confident about — no hidden additives, no shared-facility concerns, just real fruit and pantry staples. Serve it warm alongside pork chops, spoon it over oatmeal, or eat it straight from the pot because honestly, that's the move.
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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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