Low Sugar Cinnamon Ginger Applesauce
Homemade applesauce is one of those recipes that tastes so much better than anything from a jar, and this version leans into warm spice and bright fruit flavor without relying on any added sweeteners to get there. The natural sugars in the apples do all the heavy lifting, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice keeps everything tasting vibrant and balanced. Ceylon cinnamon and freshly grated ginger bring a gentle heat and complexity that store-bought versions rarely come close to matching. You control the texture entirely — go chunky with a potato masher for something rustic and satisfying, or run an immersion blender through it for a silky, spoonable sauce. The optional honey is just that — optional — so you can keep it completely free of added sugar or add just a touch if your apples need a little nudge. It works beautifully as a snack, a side dish, or stirred into oatmeal, and it keeps in the fridge for up to a week so you can make a big batch and enjoy it all week long.
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6 servings
- 3 lbs apples (about 6 medium), peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks
- ⅓ cup water
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ½ tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tbsp honey (optional)
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Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple chunks, water, and lemon juice in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir to coat the apples, then cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples are completely tender and collapse easily when pressed with a spoon, about 15–18 minutes.
- 2
Remove the pan from the heat. Add the Ceylon cinnamon and grated ginger, then stir to combine.
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