Lactose Free Ginger & Cinnamon Spiced Applesauce
Warm, fragrant, and deeply comforting, this spiced applesauce is the kind of thing you'll want to keep a jar of in the fridge at all times. The combination of Ceylon cinnamon, fresh ginger, and a hint of turmeric gives it a complexity that goes way beyond the bland, one-note versions you find at the grocery store. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of dairy, so there's no swapping or substituting required — it just works as written. You control the texture too, whether you prefer something rustic and chunky from a quick mash or silky smooth from an immersion blender. A splash of lemon juice brightens the whole thing, and the optional honey lets you dial in the sweetness to your exact taste. Eat it warm straight from the pot, spoon it over oatmeal, or serve it alongside a savory dinner — it's genuinely versatile in the best way.
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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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