Pregnancy Friendly Whole30 Cinnamon Apple Sauce
Warm, fragrant, and made entirely from whole ingredients you can feel good about, this homemade applesauce is the kind of simple comfort food that earns a permanent spot in your rotation. During pregnancy, store-bought versions can be a source of unnecessary additives, preservatives, and added sugars — none of which have any place here. The only sweetness comes straight from the apples themselves, while cinnamon and a whisper of nutmeg give it that cozy, spiced depth that makes it taste far more indulgent than it actually is. A splash of fresh lemon juice brightens everything up and helps preserve the natural color of the sauce. You control the texture entirely — leave it chunky and rustic with a potato masher, or blend it silky smooth depending on your mood. It's equally wonderful served warm as a snack, spooned alongside a savory meal, or stirred into oatmeal for a satisfying breakfast. Simple, nourishing, and genuinely delicious — this is exactly the kind of recipe that makes eating well during pregnancy feel effortless.
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6 servings
- 3 lbs apples (about 6 medium), peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks
- ½ cup water
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 pinch fine sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple chunks, water, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir to coat the apples.
- 2
Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples are completely tender and collapse easily when pressed with a spoon, about 20–25 minutes. If the pan looks dry before the apples are soft, add water 2 tbsp at a time.
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