Vegan 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. Six medium apples get simmered down with a splash of water and fresh lemon juice until they're completely tender and collapsing into themselves — no added refined sugar needed. What sets this version apart is the spice blend: earthy Ceylon cinnamon, bright fresh ginger, and a whisper of turmeric give it a warmth that goes way beyond the standard cinnamon-only jar from the grocery store. To keep it fully plant-based, simply skip the optional honey and let the natural sweetness of the apples do all the work. You can mash it chunky for something rustic and textured, or blend it silky smooth depending on your mood. It's genuinely versatile — spoon it over oatmeal, serve it alongside a savory dinner, or eat it straight from the bowl with absolutely no apologies.
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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)
Can be omittedhoney
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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