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homemade applesauce

Easy Homemade Stovetop Applesauce

Whip up this incredibly easy homemade applesauce on the stovetop in under 45 minutes! It's perfect for a healthy snack or side dish, and the flavor is so much better than store-bought.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Applesauce Ingredients
  • 2.5 pounds apples such as Fuji, Gala, or Honeycrisp
  • 0.5 cup water
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar or to taste
  • 0.25 cup light brown sugar packed, or to taste
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 stick cinnamon stick
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt or to taste

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Peel, core, and chop the apples into about 1-inch pieces. The smaller the pieces, the faster they will cook.
  2. Combine all ingredients in a large pot. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples are very tender.
  3. Remove the cinnamon stick. If desired, mash the applesauce with a potato masher for a chunkier texture, or use an immersion blender or food processor for a smoother consistency. Be careful when blending hot foods.
  4. Taste and adjust sweetness or spices if needed. The applesauce will thicken as it cools. Serve warm or chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg

Notes

This applesauce is wonderful served warm with pork or chicken, spooned over pancakes, or enjoyed as a healthy snack. It also freezes well for later enjoyment.
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