Brazil Nut Free Ginger & Cinnamon Spiced 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 Ceylon cinnamon bring a gentle heat and floral spice that goes so far beyond the bland jarred versions at the grocery store. A pinch of turmeric adds a subtle earthiness and a gorgeous golden hue without overpowering the natural sweetness of the apples. Because every ingredient here is a whole, simple food, you never have to squint at a label wondering what's hiding in the mix — it's completely straightforward and naturally free from tree nut concerns. You control the texture too, going chunky with a potato masher or silky smooth with an immersion blender depending on your mood. A drizzle of honey at the end is entirely optional, letting the apples speak for themselves if they're sweet enough. Serve it warm alongside pork, swirl it into oatmeal, or just eat it straight from the pot — no judgment here.
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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 lemon juice
- 1 tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tbsp honey (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple chunks, water, and lemon juice in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir to coat the apples, then cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples are completely tender and beginning to collapse, about 15–18 minutes.
- 2
Remove the pan from the heat. Add the Ceylon cinnamon, ginger, and turmeric, then stir to combine.
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