Homemade Applesauce
Applesauce is a beloved comfort food that evokes warm memories and the essence of autumn. This homemade applesauce recipe combines sweet, tart apples with cinnamon and lemon juice, creating a delightful treat perfect for cozy nights or as a topping for pancakes. Enjoy its smooth texture and aromatic flavor, while adding your own twists with spices or mix-ins. Easy to prepare, this versatile dish will quickly become a staple at your dining table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups chopped apples (about 8 medium apples)
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar (adjust for sweetness)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Wash and peel the apples (optional) before chopping them into quarters and removing the cores.
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine chopped apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, and water.
- Cook while stirring occasionally until the apples soften (about 15-20 minutes).
- Mash the mixture for chunky applesauce or blend until smooth using an immersion blender.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or spices as desired; cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (122g)
- Calories: 104
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg