Apple Sauce
This easy stovetop applesauce is made with just a few ingredients and comes together quickly. You can keep it chunky or smooth, sweeten it to taste, and serve it warm or cold.The applesauce fits vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free diets.
Ingredients
- 4 applespeeled, cored, and chopped
- ¾ cup water
- ¼ cup sugar
- ½ tsp cinnamon
Instructions
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Place the chopped apples and water in a medium saucepan.
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Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce heat and cook for 10–15 minutes, until the apples are soft.
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Stir in the sugar and cinnamon.
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Mash the apples with a fork or potato masher, or blend until smooth if preferred.
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Taste and adjust sweetness if needed. Serve warm or let cool before storing.
Notes
Store leftover applesauce in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 4 days. It can also be frozen for up to 3 months; let it cool fully before freezing. Thaw in the fridge and stir well before serving. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave.
Nutrition
Per serving (½ cup)
- Calories
- 159 kcal
- Carbs
- 41 g
- Protein
- 1 g
- Fat
- 0 g
- Fiber
- 5 g
- Sugar
- 34 g
- Sodium
- 4 mg
Recipe by Deborah Green
Recipe from https://dishfullofmemories.com/easy-homemade-applesauce-recipe/