Pork Free Maple-Oat Cinnamon Applesauce
Warm spiced apples, a drizzle of pure maple syrup, and a handful of rolled oats come together in one humble saucepan to create something genuinely comforting. The cinnamon and ginger build a cozy depth of flavor that makes this feel far more special than a basic storebought jar ever could. Stirring in the oats toward the end is a clever move — they soften into the sauce and add a subtle heartiness that thickens everything naturally without any additives or fillers. You control the texture completely, whether you prefer a rustic, chunky mash or a silky smooth purée straight from an immersion blender. It works beautifully as a side dish alongside roasted chicken or pork alternatives, spooned over oatmeal in the morning, or eaten straight from the bowl with a spoon. Every single ingredient here is clean and plant-based, so there's nothing to second-guess — just real fruit, warming spice, and wholesome pantry staples doing exactly what they should.
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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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