Homemade Applesauce Recipe 🍎🥄
Description: Dive into the essence of simplicity with this homemade applesauce recipe. It’s a delightful blend of fresh apples, hints of lemon, and the warm embrace of cinnamon sticks. For an extra kick, consider adding some red-hots (cinnamon hearts candy) to elevate both the flavor and the color of this classic dish.
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 5 cups
- Calories: 305.9 per serving
- Fat Content: 0.9 grams
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.1 grams
- Cholesterol Content: 0 milligrams
- Sodium Content: 6 milligrams
- Carbohydrate Content: 81 grams
- Fiber Content: 12.4 grams
- Sugar Content: 63.2 grams
- Protein Content: 1.4 grams
Ingredients:
- 4 medium-sized apples
- 1/2 lemon
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup sugar
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Core the apples and cut them into eighths. |
| 2 | Optionally, peel the apples, although it’s not necessary. |
| 3 | In a large, heavy pot, combine the sliced apples, lemon slices, cinnamon sticks, and water. |
| 4 | Cover the pot and bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat. |
| 5 | Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer, stirring occasionally. |
| 6 | Allow the apples to cook until they are soft and tender, typically around 15 minutes. |
| 7 | Remove the lemon slices and cinnamon sticks from the pot. |
| 8 | Stir in the sugar until it is completely dissolved into the applesauce. |
| 9 | Transfer the cooked apple mixture into a food processor. |
| 10 | Pulse the mixture until it reaches your desired smoothness. |
| 11 | Taste the applesauce and adjust the sweetness by adding more sugar if desired. |
| 12 | Once satisfied with the taste, transfer the applesauce into a storage container. |
| 13 | Allow it to cool before refrigerating. |
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve the applesauce chilled as a refreshing snack.
- Pair it with pork chops or roasted chicken for a sweet and savory combination.
- Use it as a topping for pancakes, waffles, or oatmeal for a delicious breakfast treat.
- Incorporate it into baking recipes such as muffins or cakes for added moisture and flavor.
Keywords:
Canadian, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Kid Friendly, < 30 Mins, Refrigerator, Easy
Enjoy the wholesome goodness of this homemade applesauce, perfect for any occasion! 🍏🥣