Pregnancy Friendly Ginger & Cinnamon Spiced Applesauce
Warm, fragrant, and made entirely from whole ingredients, this spiced applesauce is the kind of comfort food that feels genuinely nourishing rather than just indulgent. Fresh ginger and Ceylon cinnamon bring a gentle heat and depth that make it taste far more complex than the effort involved, while a pinch of turmeric adds a subtle golden glow and a little extra anti-inflammatory goodness. Ceylon cinnamon is the variety worth seeking out during pregnancy, as it's the milder, safer form compared to the more common Cassia variety — and this recipe calls for it specifically. The lemon juice brightens everything up and helps the apples hold their color, so the final result looks as appealing as it tastes. You can keep it chunky and rustic with a potato masher or go completely smooth with an immersion blender, depending on your mood or what sounds good that day. The optional honey lets you control the sweetness without relying on refined sugar, which is a nice touch when you're being thoughtful about what goes into your body. It keeps in the fridge for up to a week, so you can make a big batch and enjoy it warm over oatmeal, alongside a savory meal, or straight from the jar as a snack.
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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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