Oats Free Cinnamon Ginger Applesauce
Warm, fragrant, and made entirely from scratch, this spiced applesauce is the kind of simple recipe that quietly becomes a household staple. Ceylon cinnamon brings a softer, more floral heat than the standard supermarket variety, and the freshly grated ginger adds a bright, lively kick that makes every spoonful feel a little special. Because every ingredient here is a whole food ā apples, lemon juice, spices, and a touch of honey ā there's absolutely nothing to second-guess for anyone avoiding grains or grain-derived additives that can sneak into store-bought versions. You control the texture too, going chunky with a potato masher or silky smooth with an immersion blender depending on your mood. A drizzle of honey at the end lets you dial in the sweetness without overdoing it, making this just as good alongside a savory pork dish as it is spooned over yogurt or eaten straight from the jar. It keeps in the fridge for up to a week, so a single batch goes a long way.
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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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