Napa Valley Red Wine Applesauce
Elevate your classic applesauce with the sophisticated flavors of Napa Valley in this Red Wine Applesauce recipe. Juicy apples like Fuji, Gala, or Honeycrisp are slow-simmered with a splash of rich Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot, infusing the dish with deep, fruity notes. Accentuated by warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, and balanced with a hint of lemon juice, this applesauce strikes the perfect harmony between sweet and tangy. Whether served as a decadent side dish, a topping for roasted pork, or a unique dessert accompaniment, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet delight. Ready in under an hour, it’s a must-try for wine and fruit lovers alike. Perfect for fall gatherings or indulging in a taste of Napa Valley from your home kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 medium-sized Apples (e.g., Fuji, Gala, or Honeycrisp)
- 1 cup Napa Valley red wine (e.g., Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot)
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 stick Cinnamon stick
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.125 teaspoon Ground cloves
- 0.5 cup Water
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.125 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Peel, core, and chop the apples into bite-sized pieces.
Add the chopped apples, water, and red wine to a medium-sized saucepan.
Stir in granulated sugar, cinnamon stick, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, lemon juice, and salt.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Once simmering, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Remove the lid and continue cooking for another 10 minutes, allowing the mixture to thicken slightly.
Remove the cinnamon stick from the mixture.
Use a potato masher, immersion blender, or fork to mash the cooked apples into your desired consistency—chunky or smooth.
Taste the applesauce and adjust sugar or spices as needed.
Allow the applesauce to cool completely before serving. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
972 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.1 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 320 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 210.0 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.1 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 166.0 g | ||
| Protein | 3.3 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 119 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1485 mg | 32% | |
*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.
