Pecan Free Maple-Oat Cinnamon Applesauce
Warm spiced apples, a drizzle of pure maple syrup, and a hint of ginger come together in a cozy, homemade sauce that puts anything from a jar to shame. The rolled oats are the secret weapon here — they simmer right into the mixture, adding a subtle body and heartiness that makes this feel more like a proper dish than a simple condiment. Everything in this recipe is straightforward pantry fare, so there's no need to scan labels for hidden nut ingredients or worry about cross-contact from specialty add-ins. You control the texture completely, whether you want a rustic, chunky mash or a silky smooth purée straight from the immersion blender. It's equally at home spooned over oatmeal in the morning, served alongside a pork chop at dinner, or eaten straight from the pot with a spoon — no judgment. Make a batch on the weekend and it keeps beautifully in the fridge for up to five days, ready to brighten whatever you're eating 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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