Low Fat Cinnamon Apple Sauce

Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with this Low Fat Cinnamon Apple Sauce, a naturally sweet and wholesome delight made with just a handful of ingredients. This healthy homemade recipe combines tender Fuji or Gala apples, a hint of zesty lemon juice, and the warm spice of cinnamon for a guilt-free treat. Ready in under an hour, this versatile sauce is simmered to perfection before being mashed or blended to your preferred texture, making it ideal for snacking, baking, or as a topping for oatmeal or pancakes. With no added sugar or fat, it's a nutritious choice the whole family will love. Plus, it stores beautifully in the fridge for up to a week, making it as practical as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 medium apples (preferably sweet varieties like Fuji or Gala)
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Peel, core, and roughly chop the apples into small chunks.

Step 2

In a large saucepan or pot, combine the chopped apples with the water and lemon juice.

Step 3

Place the pot over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 4

Once simmering, reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook the apples for about 25-30 minutes, or until they are very soft and easily mashed.

Step 5

Stir the apples occasionally to prevent them from sticking to the bottom of the pot.

Step 6

Once the apples are soft, remove them from the heat and allow them to cool slightly.

Step 7

Add the ground cinnamon to the cooked apples and mix well.

Step 8

For a chunkier applesauce, mash the apples with a potato masher or fork. For a smoother consistency, use an immersion blender or transfer the mixture to a food processor and blend until it reaches your desired texture.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the cinnamon if needed.

Step 10

Serve warm, or let the applesauce cool completely before storing it in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1349.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	632.2

Total Fat 1.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 18.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 169.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.4g	0%
Total Sugars 140.2g
Protein 3.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 106.9mg	0%
Iron 1.3mg	0%
Potassium 1337.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.5%

Protein: 1.9%

Carbs: 96.5%