Cashew Free Ginger Cinnamon Applesauce
Warm, fragrant, and deeply comforting, this homemade applesauce is the kind of thing that makes the whole kitchen smell incredible while it simmers. Fresh ginger and ground cinnamon give it a gentle heat and spice that store-bought versions rarely come close to, and a touch of maple syrup rounds everything out beautifully. The ingredient list is refreshingly short — just apples, a few pantry staples, and nothing you'd need to second-guess. For anyone navigating tree nut allergies or sensitivities, this is the kind of recipe that's naturally worry-free without any substitutions required. You control the texture too, going chunky with a potato masher or silky smooth with an immersion blender depending on your mood. It's equally good served warm alongside a cozy dinner or chilled straight from the fridge by the spoonful.
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6 servings
- 3 lbs apples (about 6 medium), peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks
- ⅓ cup water
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple chunks, water, grated ginger, ground cinnamon, maple syrup, and salt in a large saucepan. Stir to coat the apples evenly.
- 2
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples are completely tender and collapse easily when pressed with a spoon, about 20–25 minutes.
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