Low Fat Cinnamon Apple Sauce
Transform your kitchen into a cozy haven with this Low Fat Cinnamon Apple Sauce recipe, a healthy and delicious spin on a classic favorite. Made with naturally sweet apples like Fuji or Gala, this homemade treat is simmered to perfection with a hint of ground cinnamon and a touch of lemon juice for brightness. With no added sugar or fat, it’s the ultimate guilt-free indulgence for snacking, baking, or as a comforting side dish. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-follow recipe caters to all tastes, whether you prefer a chunky texture or a silky-smooth finish. Serve it warm or chilled, and enjoy the irresistible aroma that fills your home as it cooks—perfect for any season!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 medium apples (preferably sweet varieties like Fuji or Gala)
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Peel, core, and roughly chop the apples into small chunks.
In a large saucepan or pot, combine the chopped apples with the water and lemon juice.
Place the pot over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Once simmering, reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook the apples for about 25-30 minutes, or until they are very soft and easily mashed.
Stir the apples occasionally to prevent them from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
Once the apples are soft, remove them from the heat and allow them to cool slightly.
Add the ground cinnamon to the cooked apples and mix well.
For a chunkier applesauce, mash the apples with a potato masher or fork. For a smoother consistency, use an immersion blender or transfer the mixture to a food processor and blend until it reaches your desired texture.
Taste and adjust the cinnamon if needed.
Serve warm, or let the applesauce cool completely before storing it in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
632 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 18 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 169.1 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.4 g | 87% | |
| Total Sugars | 140.2 g | ||
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 107 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 1337 mg | 28% | |
*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.
