Peanut Free Maple-Oat Cinnamon Applesauce
Warm spiced apples, a drizzle of pure maple syrup, and a hint of ginger come together in a cozy, thick sauce that tastes like autumn in a bowl. The rolled oats are the secret here — stirred in toward the end, they melt into the mixture and give it a satisfying, almost creamy body that sets this apart from any jarred version on the shelf. Every single ingredient in this recipe is naturally free from peanuts and peanut derivatives, so there's no label-scanning required and no stress about hidden additives. The spice blend of cinnamon and ginger keeps things interesting without overwhelming the natural sweetness of the apples, and the maple syrup adds a gentle depth that plain sugar just can't match. You can mash it chunky for a rustic texture or blend it smooth depending on your mood — both versions are genuinely delicious. It keeps in the fridge for up to five days, which means you can spoon it over oatmeal, swirl it into yogurt, or eat it straight from the jar all week long.
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4 servings
- 1.5 lbs apples (about 4 medium), peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- 3 tbsp old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple chunks, water, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir to coat the apples, then cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples are completely tender and beginning to break down, about 15–18 minutes.
- 2
Stir in the rolled oats and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook uncovered, stirring frequently, until the oats have softened and the mixture has thickened slightly, about 5–7 minutes.
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