Eggless Ginger Cinnamon Applesauce
Warm, spiced, and deeply comforting, this homemade applesauce is the kind of thing that makes your whole kitchen smell incredible. Fresh ginger and ground cinnamon give it a gentle heat and warmth that store-bought versions rarely come close to, while a touch of maple syrup rounds everything out with natural sweetness. The ingredient list is beautifully simple — just apples, a splash of water, and a handful of pantry staples — so there's nothing hidden to worry about. Everything simmers together in one pot until the apples collapse into a silky, fragrant sauce that you can leave chunky or blend completely smooth depending on your mood. It works just as well spooned over oatmeal or pancakes as it does eaten straight from the bowl with a spoon. Make a big batch and keep it in the fridge — it disappears faster than you'd expect.
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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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