Homemade applesauce recipe

Homemade Applesauce

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6 servings

Homemade applesauce is not only fresh and delicious, but is very affordable when apples are in season or on sale.

When it comes to picking the perfect apple, organic is the soundest choice if you can swing it. It should also be a type that you already love to eat, because the flavors will be very similar in the end.

And don’t be afraid to mix it up! A variety of apples add an interesting dimension of flavor. We like to use the three apple types below because they’re crisp and sweet without being too sugary.

But it’s really up to you! Blend Fuji with Gala or Honeycrisp with McIntosh—whatever your heart (and taste buds) desire.

Homemade Applesauce Recipe

what you'll need
  • 3 lbs apples, Fuji, Gala or Honey Crisp - peeled and cored (about 8 or 9)
  • 1 1/2 cups apple juice, or water
  • 2 Tbsp lemon juice, about 1 lemon
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 - 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 pinch salt
Nutrition Facts
Homemade Applesauce Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 214 Calories from Fat 4
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.4g 1%
Saturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Monounsaturated Fat 0.02g
Sodium 197mg 8%
Potassium 327mg 9%
Total Carbohydrates 56g 19%
Dietary Fiber 6g 24%
Sugars 47g
Protein 1g 2%
Vitamin A 3%
Vitamin C 34%
Calcium 2%
Iron 3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
let's do it
  1. Chop (or grate) the peeled and cored apples into small (about ¼”) pieces and add them to a medium-sized saucepan. Stir in lemon juice, apple juice and sugar, and then place the pot over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a bubble, cover, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 20 minutes.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in desired amount of cinnamon and a pinch of salt. Leave the apples in the pot, covered, for about 15–20 minutes, until the apples have softened a bit more and cooled slightly.
  3. Once the apples have cooled, mash them with a potato masher or place them in a blender and purée to desired consistency. Transfer the applesauce to an airtight container and refrigerate until well chilled. Enjoy!
Cheryl Says

Applesauce is a great side or dessert, but you can also use it as a substitute for butter to make healthier muffins, cakes or cookies!

Homemade applesauce recipe

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