Tree Nut 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 that tastes far more special than the sum of its parts. The oats cook right into the sauce, giving it a naturally thick, hearty body without any thickeners or additives you'd have to second-guess. Ground cinnamon and ginger add just enough warmth to make this feel cozy and intentional rather than plain. Every ingredient here is straightforwardly tree nut free — no almond flour, no cashew cream, no "processed in a facility" fine print to worry about. You control the texture completely, whether you prefer a rustic chunky mash or a silky smooth purée from an immersion blender. It keeps in the fridge for up to five days, so it's just as good spooned cold over yogurt on a Tuesday morning as it is served warm straight from the pot.
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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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