Easy Homemade Applesauce Recipe (Print Version)
Make delicious homemade applesauce with this easy recipe. A classic American snack or side, ready in minutes. Simple ingredients for a wholesome treat.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 10 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Low-Fat
# Ingredients:
→ Orchard's Heart
01 -
2 lbs sweet apples (e.g., Fuji, Gala, Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and roughly chopped
02 -
1 lb tart apples (e.g., Granny Smith, Braeburn), peeled, cored, and roughly chopped
→ Sweet & Warming Embrace
03 -
1/4 cup granulated sugar
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2 tbsp pure maple syrup
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
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1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
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1/4 tsp ground allspice
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Pinch of ground cloves
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1/2 tsp vanilla extract
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Pinch of fine sea salt
→ Simmering Essentials
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1/2 cup water
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1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
→ Optional Garnish
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1/4 tsp ground cinnamon, for garnish
# Instructions:
01 -
Peel, core, and roughly chop 2 lbs sweet apples (Orchard's Heart) and 1 lb tart apples (Orchard's Heart). This preparation is key for your Easy Homemade Applesauce Recipe – Perfect American Snack. Ensure pieces are uniform for even cooking.
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In a large pot, combine the chopped apples, 1/2 cup water (Simmering Essentials), 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (Simmering Essentials), 1/4 cup granulated sugar (Sweet & Warming Embrace), 2 tbsp pure maple syrup (Sweet & Warming Embrace), 1 tsp ground cinnamon (Sweet & Warming Embrace), 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg (Sweet & Warming Embrace), 1/4 tsp ground allspice (Sweet & Warming Embrace), and a pinch of ground cloves (Sweet & Warming Embrace).
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Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the apples are very tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. This gentle simmer develops the flavors for your Easy Homemade Applesauce Recipe – Perfect American Snack.
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Remove the pot from heat. Use a potato masher for a chunky applesauce, or an immersion blender for a smoother consistency. For an extra-smooth result, you can pass it through a food mill. Be careful as the mixture will be hot.
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Stir in 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (Sweet & Warming Embrace) and a pinch of fine sea salt (Sweet & Warming Embrace). Taste and adjust sweetness or spices as desired. This final seasoning perfects your Easy Homemade Applesauce Recipe – Perfect American Snack.
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Let the applesauce cool completely before serving. It will thicken as it cools. Garnish with an optional 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon (Optional Garnish) if desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container.
# Notes:
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Feel free to adjust the sugar and maple syrup quantities based on the sweetness of your apples and personal preference. Taste before adding all the sweetener.
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Store homemade applesauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7-10 days, or freeze for up to 3 months for longer storage.
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Enjoy this applesauce warm or cold as a side dish, snack, or topping for oatmeal, yogurt, pancakes, or pork chops.
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For a simpler flavor, you can omit the nutmeg, allspice, and cloves, using only cinnamon. For more zest, add a little orange peel during simmering.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Large pot
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Vegetable peeler
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Cutting board
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Knife
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Measuring cups
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Measuring spoons
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Potato masher (or immersion blender)
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 169 kcal
Total Fat: 0 g
Total Carbohydrate: 44 g
Protein: 0 g