Turkey Free Chunky Cinnamon Applesauce
Warm, fragrant, and just sweet enough, this homemade applesauce is the kind of simple comfort food that makes you wonder why you ever bought it in a jar. Six medium apples get cooked down with honey, ground ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon — a softer, more nuanced spice than the standard variety — until they're completely tender and practically begging to be mashed. A pinch of sea salt and an optional squeeze of fresh lemon juice round out the flavor in a way that feels surprisingly sophisticated for such a humble dish. The chunky texture is the real star here: you're not going for a smooth purée, but something rustic and spoonable with plenty of character in every bite. It comes together in one saucepan with minimal prep, making it an easy win whether you're serving it alongside a cozy dinner or spooning it straight from the fridge as a snack. Since every ingredient is straightforward and plant-forward, there's no guesswork about what's in it — just real fruit and pantry staples doing exactly what they should.
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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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