Coconut Free Cinnamon Ginger Applesauce
Warm, spiced, and deeply comforting, this homemade applesauce is the kind of thing that makes your whole kitchen smell incredible. Fresh ginger and Ceylon cinnamon give it a bright, layered warmth that goes well beyond anything you'd find in a jar at the grocery store. Because it's made entirely from whole, simple ingredients ā apples, lemon juice, water, and a handful of spices ā there's no need to scan labels for hidden additives or worry about unexpected extras sneaking in. The optional drizzle of honey lets you dial in the sweetness exactly where you want it, making this just as easy to keep naturally tart as it is to make a little more indulgent. You can mash it rustic and chunky or blend it silky smooth depending on your mood, and both versions are genuinely excellent. It keeps in the fridge for up to a week, so it's worth making a full batch to spoon over oatmeal, swirl into yogurt, or just eat straight from the jar.
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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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