Cinnamon Ginger Applesauce

HGTV Magazine shares this recipe for a festive holiday treat that makes an adorably delicious gift.

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Photo by: Sarah Anne Ward

Sarah Anne Ward


Ingredients:

4 cups applesauce (for a more colorful look, use berry-flavored, which is pink)
4 tablespoons red-hot cinnamon candies
1 teaspoon ground ginger
Makes 4 cups (enough to fill two 19-ounce glass jars)

Directions:

Heat applesauce in a saucepan until warm. Stir in candies until melted. Stir in ginger. Store in refrigerator until ready to wrap.

Click here to find out how to make this fun packaging for your treats.

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