Warm, fragrant, and deeply comforting, this homemade applesauce is the kind of simple recipe that makes you wonder why you ever bought it in a jar. A blend of tart Granny Smith and sweet Honeycrisp apples gives it a beautifully balanced flavor that no store-bought version can quite match. Lemon juice brightens everything up while cinnamon adds that cozy, familiar warmth that makes it impossible to stop sneaking spoonfuls straight from the pot. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from tree nuts, so there's no label-scanning or cross-contamination anxiety to deal with — just clean, wholesome fruit doing its thing. You control the texture too, mashing it chunky for a rustic feel or going smooth for something more refined. Serve it warm alongside pork chops, dollop it over oatmeal, or eat it straight from the bowl — honestly, all three are valid choices.
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Combine the apple chunks, water, lemon juice, sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a large saucepan. Stir to coat the apples evenly.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 18–22 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are completely tender and collapse easily when pressed with a spoon.
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