Strawberry Applesauce
Transform your favorite fall fruit into a sweet and tangy treat with this homemade Strawberry Applesauce! Bursting with the natural flavors of ripe strawberries and tender apples, this recipe offers a fresh twist on classic applesauce. Gently simmered with a touch of water and brightened with a splash of lemon juice, it’s naturally sweetened with an optional drizzle of honey for pure, wholesome goodness. Perfectly customizable, you can leave it chunky for a rustic texture or blend it silky smooth to suit your taste. Ready in just 40 minutes and ideal for snacks, breakfasts, or even desserts, this vibrant, nutrient-packed applesauce is a hit with kids and adults alike. Refrigerate any leftovers for a simple, healthy treat throughout the week!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 medium (peeled, cored, and chopped) Apples
- 2 cups (hulled and halved) Strawberries
- 0.5 cups Water
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Honey (optional, for sweetness)
Instructions
Peel, core, and chop the apples into small chunks.
Hull and halve the strawberries. Set them aside with the apples.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the chopped apples, strawberries, and water.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are soft.
Once the fruit is tender, remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the lemon juice.
If you prefer a sweeter applesauce, add honey to taste and mix well.
For a chunky applesauce, use a potato masher to mash the mixture to your desired consistency. For a smoother texture, use an immersion blender or transfer the mixture to a blender and puree until smooth.
Allow the applesauce to cool to room temperature before serving or storing in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
806 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.5 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 48 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 208.5 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.8 g | 114% | |
| Total Sugars | 164.8 g | ||
| Protein | 5.2 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 112 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1474 mg | 31% | |
*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.
