Homemade Applesauce
This homemade applesauce recipe has no added sugar and is super easy to make with just 4 ingredients. Enjoy it as a delicious fall snack or use it in your favorite recipes!
Servings: 2 cups
Ingredients
- 4 medium apples cored, peeled and chopped into even sized pieces (choose a sweet variety like Fuji, Gala, Golden Delicious or a blend of apples)
- ¼ cup water
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon optional
- 2 teaspoons of lemon juice
Instructions
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine apples, water, cinnamon and lemon juice. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 10-25 minutes, depending on the size of your apples. You’ll know they’re ready when the apples are soft and have lost their shape.
- Remove the apples from the heat and allow to cool slightly. For a chunky applesauce: use a potato masher to mash the apples. For a smooth applesauce: place cooked apples in a food processor or high-powered blender and blend until smooth. You can also use an immersion blender.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Notes
- Slow cooker applesauce: Just add all your ingredients and cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for about 6 hours or until your apples are soft and mashable. Then blend or mash as desired!
Nutrition
Serving: 1/2 cup | Calories: 82kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Sodium: 1mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 16g