Peel, core, and chop the apples to about cranberry-sized pieces. Add the apples, cranberries, maple syrup if using, lemon juice, and cinnamon to a medium sauce pot.
3 large apples, 240 grams cranberries, 2-3 tablespoons maple syrup, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Cook over low-medium heat, covered, for 15-20 minutes or until it reaches your desired consistency. Cook even longer if you want the apples to break down completely. Remove from the heat and stir in the coconut oil.
1 teaspoon coconut oil
Serve warm or cool fully before storing in the refrigerator or freezer.
Notes
This makes about 400 grams, or about 2 cups of sauce.