Paraben Free Ginger & Cinnamon Spiced Applesauce
Warm, fragrant, and made entirely from whole ingredients you can actually pronounce, this spiced applesauce is the kind of thing that makes your kitchen smell incredible from the moment it hits the stove. Store-bought versions often contain preservatives and additives that can be a real concern for anyone avoiding parabens and synthetic compounds, so making your own is a genuinely smart move. Here, fresh apples are the star, cooked down with a splash of water and lemon juice until they're completely tender and collapsing into something silky and rich. Ceylon cinnamon, freshly grated ginger, and a whisper of turmeric bring warmth and depth without any hidden extras — just real spices doing exactly what they're supposed to do. A little honey at the end is entirely optional, letting the natural sweetness of the apples speak for itself if you prefer. You can leave it chunky and rustic or blend it completely smooth depending on your mood, and it keeps in the fridge for up to a week so you can come back to it all week long.
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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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