Brazil Nut Free Cinnamon Ginger Applesauce
Warm, fragrant, and made entirely from scratch, this spiced applesauce is the kind of simple recipe that tastes far more impressive than the effort involved. Fresh apple chunks are simmered down until tender and collapsible, then stirred together with aromatic Ceylon cinnamon and freshly grated ginger for a depth of flavor that store-bought versions simply can't match. A squeeze of lemon juice brightens everything up, and a drizzle of honey lets you dial in the sweetness exactly where you want it. The whole ingredient list is clean, whole-food, and completely free from any tree nut concerns ā no label-reading required. You can keep it rustic and chunky with a potato masher or go silky smooth with an immersion blender, depending on your mood. It's equally at home spooned over oatmeal, served alongside a pork chop, or eaten straight from the jar with a spoon.
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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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