Citrus Free Ginger Cinnamon Applesauce
Warm, fragrant, and deeply comforting, this spiced 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 warmth that goes well beyond anything you'd find in a jar at the grocery store. Maple syrup adds just a touch of natural sweetness, and a pinch of salt pulls everything together beautifully. The whole thing comes together with just six simple ingredients — no citrus juice, no citrus zest, no hidden additives — making it a genuinely safe and satisfying option when you need to avoid anything from the citrus family. You can mash it chunky for texture or blend it silky smooth depending on your mood, and it works just as well served warm over oatmeal or pancakes as it does cold by the spoonful straight from the fridge. It's one of those recipes that feels like a treat but couldn't be more wholesome.
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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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