Easy Applesauce
Delight your taste buds with this 'Easy Applesauce' recipe, a simple and wholesome homemade treat made with just five ingredients! Perfectly spiced with a hint of ground cinnamon and customizable with optional lemon juice for a touch of tang, this applesauce is a breeze to make in under 40 minutes. By gently simmering fresh apples with water, sugar, and warm spices, you'll create a naturally sweet, velvety sauce that's versatile enough to enjoy as a snack, dessert topping, or even a side dish. The recipe offers flexibility in texture—keep it rustic and chunky or silky smooth, just the way you like it. Best of all, this recipe is made with everyday pantry staples, making it an accessible and flavorful option for all seasons. Whether served warm, chilled, or at room temperature, this effortless applesauce is a family-favorite recipe you'll come back to again and again! Perfect for meal preppers, snack enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the comforting taste of classic apple desserts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 medium-sized apples
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
Peel, core, and chop the apples into small chunks to ensure even cooking.
In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped apples, water, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon. If using, add the lemon juice for extra tang.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cover the pan with a lid.
Cook the apples for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become soft and begin to break down.
Once the apples are tender, remove the saucepan from heat. Allow the mixture to cool slightly.
Use a potato masher or immersion blender to mash or puree the apples to your desired consistency, whether chunky or smooth.
Taste the applesauce and adjust sweetness or cinnamon levels as needed.
Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
672 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.8 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 177.1 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.1 g | 97% | |
| Total Sugars | 139.4 g | ||
| Protein | 3.1 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 80 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 1191 mg | 25% | |
*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.
