Yeast Free Chunky Cinnamon Applesauce
Warm, fragrant, and naturally sweet, this homemade applesauce is the kind of simple comfort food that earns a permanent spot in your weekly rotation. Six medium apples get cooked down with honey, Ceylon cinnamon, and a touch of ground ginger until they're meltingly tender, then mashed to a beautifully chunky texture that store-bought versions never quite manage to nail. Ceylon cinnamon in particular brings a softer, more floral warmth than the standard variety, making every spoonful feel a little more special. Because the whole recipe is built from whole fruit, a drizzle of honey, and a handful of spices, there's nothing hidden here — no additives, no fermented ingredients, no guesswork. That makes it a genuinely easy win when you're navigating a yeast-free lifestyle and still want something that feels indulgent. A squeeze of lemon juice at the end brightens everything up and keeps the color gorgeous. Serve it warm alongside pork, swirl it into oatmeal, or eat it straight from the jar — honestly, no judgment.
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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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