Barley Free Cinnamon Ginger Applesauce
Warm, fragrant, and made entirely from scratch, this cinnamon ginger applesauce is the kind of simple recipe that quietly becomes a household staple. Fresh apples are simmered down with just a splash of water and lemon juice until they collapse into something silky and deeply comforting. The real magic comes from Ceylon cinnamon and freshly grated ginger, which give the sauce a bright, layered warmth that the pre-made stuff in a jar simply cannot match. A drizzle of honey at the end lets you dial in the sweetness to your exact taste, or skip it entirely if the apples are already doing their thing. Every single ingredient here is naturally grain-free, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden cereal derivatives sneaking into your food. You can mash it chunky for texture or blend it smooth depending on your mood ā both versions are genuinely delicious spooned over oatmeal, served alongside pork, or eaten straight from the pot.
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6 servings
- 3 lbs apples (about 6 medium), peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks
- ā cup water
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- Ā½ tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tbsp honey (optional)
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 15ā18 minutes.
- 2
Remove the pan from the heat. Add the Ceylon cinnamon and grated ginger, then stir to combine.
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