Peanut Free Ginger Cinnamon Applesauce
Warm, fragrant, 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 spice that store-bought versions rarely come close to matching. A touch of maple syrup adds just enough natural sweetness without overwhelming the bright, tart flavor of the apples themselves. Because every ingredient goes straight into one saucepan, you have complete control over what's in it — no labels to scrutinize, no shared-facility guesswork. You can mash it chunky for a rustic, textured spoonful or blend it silky smooth depending on your mood. It's equally at home as a cozy side dish, a topping for oatmeal or pancakes, or eaten straight from the bowl with a spoon.
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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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