Macadamia Free Cinnamon Ginger Applesauce
Warm, spiced, and made entirely from scratch, this homemade 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're perfectly tender, then lifted with aromatic Ceylon cinnamon and freshly grated ginger for a flavor that's miles ahead of anything from a jar. Ceylon cinnamon in particular brings a softer, more floral warmth than the standard supermarket variety, making every spoonful feel a little more special. A drizzle of honey at the end is entirely optional, letting the natural sweetness of the apples shine on its own if you prefer. You can keep it rustic and chunky with a potato masher or go silky smooth with an immersion blender ā either way, the result is deeply satisfying. It's wonderful served warm alongside pork, spooned over oatmeal, or eaten straight from the bowl with a spoon. With nothing but whole, recognizable ingredients in the pot, this is one of those recipes you can feel genuinely good about making.
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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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