Seeds Free Maple-Oat Cinnamon Applesauce
Warm spiced applesauce gets a cozy upgrade here, with rolled oats stirred right in to add body and a subtle heartiness that sets this version apart from anything you'd find in a jar. The combination of maple syrup, cinnamon, and ginger makes the whole kitchen smell incredible while it simmers, and the natural sweetness of the apples means you barely need to add anything extra. Because every ingredient in this recipe is straightforwardly whole and plant-based, there's no need to scrutinize labels for hidden seed-derived oils or additives — just clean, simple pantry staples doing all the work. You can mash it chunky for texture or blend it completely smooth depending on your mood, which makes it genuinely versatile. Serve it warm alongside a cozy dinner, spoon it over oatmeal in the morning, or eat it cold straight from the fridge — it keeps beautifully for up to five days. It's the kind of recipe that feels almost too easy for how good the result tastes.
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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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