Homemade Applesauce
Homemade applesauce is tart, bursting with apple flavor, and not too sweet. Plus, it's so easy to make!
Servings: 4 cups
Ingredients
- 3 pounds approximately 6 total apples - use any baking apples
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4-1/3 cup water
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Peel and chop all the apples. Try to cut the apples into consistently-sized pieces.3 pounds approximately 6 total apples - use any baking apples
- Add the apples, lemon juice, cinnamon, sugar, and 1/4 cup of water to a saucepan.1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/4-1/3 cup water, 1 Tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Bring the saucepan to a boil, then lower to a simmer. Put the lid on, and cook for about 15-20 minutes, until the apples are fork-tender. Stir the apples halfway through, and add more water if necessary.
- When the apples are tender, remove the lid and cook for about 5 more minutes, so the liquid can thicken.
- Remove the applesauce from the heat and mash, blend, or puree to your desired thickness.
Notes
- Store applesauce in an airtight container in the fridge for 5 days, or in the freezer for a year.
- Don't use apples that are overly-ripe.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 61kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Sodium: 2mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 13g
