Spiced Pomegranate Molasses Applesauce
Elevate your classic applesauce with a bold and sophisticated twist in this Spiced Pomegranate Molasses Applesauce recipe. Featuring the sweet-tart balance of tender apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith, this dish is infused with rich pomegranate molasses, warm spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cardamom, and a touch of citrusy brightness from lemon juice. The result is a perfectly sweet, tangy, and aromatic applesauce with a silky-smooth texture that can be easily made chunky for a rustic feel. Ready in just 35 minutes, this vibrant recipe is perfect as a snack, a flavorful topping for yogurt or pancakes, or a unique side dish for your favorite savory meals. For an elegant finish, garnish with ruby-red pomegranate seeds, bringing a pop of color and texture to this naturally sweetened and utterly irresistible treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 medium Apples (any sweet-tart variety, such as Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Granny Smith)
- 0.5 cup Water
- 3 tablespoons Pomegranate molasses
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar (or maple syrup for a natural sweetener)
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cardamom (optional, for extra warmth)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Pomegranate seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel, core, and dice the apples into small chunks for even cooking.
In a medium saucepan, combine the apples, water, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom (if using), and salt.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat to low and cover the pan.
Simmer the apples for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become soft and begin to break down.
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the pomegranate molasses, brown sugar (or maple syrup), and lemon juice.
Use a potato masher or an immersion blender to mash or puree the applesauce to your desired consistency—chunky or smooth.
Taste and adjust sweetness or acidity by adding more sugar or lemon juice, if needed.
Let the applesauce cool to room temperature, then transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnished with fresh pomegranate seeds if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
197 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 129 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.4 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.4 g | ||
| Protein | 1.0 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 29 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 332 mg | 7% | |
*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.
