Chunky Cinnamon Applesauce
Indulge in the comforting flavors of homemade Chunky Cinnamon Applesauce, a simple recipe that’s bursting with cozy fall aromas and natural sweetness. Made with a mix of sweet and tart apples like Honeycrisp and Granny Smith, this easy applesauce is simmered to tender perfection with a touch of cinnamon, a hint of lemon juice for brightness, and just the right amount of sugar to balance the flavors. The chunky texture is achieved by gently mashing the cooked apples, making it a delightful side dish or snack that can be customized to your desired consistency. Ready in just 40 minutes, this versatile recipe is perfect served warm, chilled, or even as a topping for pancakes, yogurt, or pork chops. Plus, it’s a wholesome and satisfying treat the whole family will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 medium Apples (a mix of sweet and tart, such as Honeycrisp and Granny Smith)
- 0.5 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar (optional, adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.125 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Peel, core, and dice the apples into 1-inch chunks. A mix of sweet and tart apples adds depth of flavor.
In a medium saucepan, combine the diced apples, water, sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, and salt.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are soft and starting to break down.
For a chunky texture, mash the cooked apples gently with a potato masher or the back of a spoon to your desired consistency. For smoother applesauce, use an immersion blender or transfer the mixture to a blender and puree it.
Taste the applesauce and adjust sweetness or cinnamon as needed.
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the applesauce to cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
169 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.3 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 65 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.4 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 25 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 299 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
