Easy Pink Applesauce
Transform your apples into a vibrant, sweet-tart delight with this Easy Pink Applesauce recipe! Featuring red-skinned varieties like Pink Lady, Fuji, or Honeycrisp, this homemade applesauce owes its rosy hue to the natural pigments in the apple skins—no food coloring needed! With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep, this recipe combines tender, simmered apples with optional hints of sugar, cinnamon, and a splash of lemon juice for a perfectly balanced flavor. Whether served warm as a comforting fall treat or chilled as a refreshing snack, this silky applesauce is a versatile addition to any table. Ready in under an hour, it's a wholesome, crowd-pleasing recipe that's perfect for kids or anyone craving a little homemade magic.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 medium Red-skinned apples (e.g., Pink Lady, Fuji, or Honeycrisp)
- 1 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar (optional, depending on sweetness)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
Wash and dry the apples. Leave the skins on as they will give the applesauce its pink hue.
Core the apples and cut them into medium-sized chunks. Discard the seeds.
In a medium saucepan, combine the apple chunks and water. Cover and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Reduce the heat to low, cover partially, and let the apples simmer for about 20-30 minutes or until they are tender and easily mashed with a fork.
Once the apples are cooked, use an immersion blender or regular blender to puree the mixture to your desired consistency. For a chunkier texture, mash the apples with a fork or potato masher.
If desired, stir in sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon. Taste and adjust sweetness as needed.
Transfer the pink applesauce to a bowl and let it cool to room temperature before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
677 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.9 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 20 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 177.3 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.5 g | 95% | |
| Total Sugars | 139.6 g | ||
| Protein | 3.1 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 94 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| 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.
