Fresh Applesauce
Experience the wholesome simplicity of homemade comfort with this Fresh Applesauce recipe, a delightful blend of tender apples, a hint of cinnamon, and a splash of fresh lemon juice for brightness. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy applesauce is endlessly customizable—sweeten it to your liking or leave it all-natural for a healthier option. With its velvety-smooth or satisfyingly chunky texture, this versatile applesauce is perfect as a nourishing snack, a breakfast topping for yogurt or oatmeal, or a classic side dish alongside pork or poultry. Whether you’re using sweet Fuji or tart Granny Smith apples, this recipe is your ultimate guide to creating a perfectly balanced, homemade applesauce bursting with fresh fruit flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 medium Apples (such as Fuji, Gala, or Granny Smith)
- 1 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar (optional, adjust to taste)
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
Instructions
Peel, core, and chop the apples into small, even-sized pieces about 1-inch thick.
Place the chopped apples into a medium-sized saucepan along with water, sugar (if using), and ground cinnamon.
Cover the saucepan with a lid and bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Reduce the heat to low and let the apples simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are soft and tender.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the fresh lemon juice to enhance the flavor and preserve the brightness of the applesauce.
For a chunky applesauce, mash the cooked apples gently with a potato masher. For a smoother texture, blend the mixture using an immersion blender or transfer it to a stand blender.
Taste and adjust sweetness or cinnamon if needed.
Allow the applesauce to cool to room temperature before serving, or refrigerate it for up to one week in an airtight container.
Serve as a standalone snack, pair with yogurt or oatmeal, or use as a side dish with pork or poultry.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
107 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 8 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.3 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.6 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 28 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 21 mg | 0% | |
*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.
