Homemade Applesauce
Homemade applesauce is a heartwarming treat that captures the essence of fall with its sweet and tart flavors. This easy recipe transforms fresh apples into a velvety sauce, perfect for snacking, baking, or as a topping. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a delightful dish that evokes cozy memories and brings family together around the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: About 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups chopped apples (about 6 medium apples, mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp)
- 1 cup water
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Wash, peel (if desired), core, and chop the apples into roughly 1-inch pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, combine chopped apples, water, lemon juice, cinnamon, and sugar.
- Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until apples are soft.
- Mash with a fork for chunky sauce or blend for smooth consistency.
- Cool completely before transferring to jars; refrigerate for up to two weeks or freeze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (125g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg