Sarah's Applesauce
Capture the essence of fall with *Sarah's Applesauce*, a homemade delight bursting with the natural sweetness of fresh apples like Fuji, Honeycrisp, or Gala. Simmered with a hint of ground cinnamon and a splash of lemon juice for a tangy twist, this easy-to-make applesauce is ready in just 40 minutes. Perfectly versatile, it can be customized to your taste—leave it chunky for a rustic texture or blend it silky smooth. Whether served warm as a cozy dessert, chilled as a refreshing snack, or paired with your favorite pork dish, this no-fuss recipe is a celebration of wholesome flavor and kitchen simplicity. Made with only five ingredients and minimal prep, Sarah's Applesauce is an irresistible addition to your homemade repertoire that the whole family will love.
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Ingredients
- 6 medium Apples (such as Fuji, Honeycrisp, or Gala)
- 1 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Sugar (optional, adjust based on apple sweetness)
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
Peel, core, and chop the apples into small chunks.
Step 2
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the chopped apples, water, sugar (if using), and cinnamon.
Step 3
Cover the saucepan and heat over medium heat until the mixture begins to simmer.
Step 4
Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook, covered, for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are soft and break apart easily.
Step 5
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the lemon juice.
Step 6
For a chunky applesauce, mash the cooked apples with a fork or potato masher. For a smooth applesauce, use an immersion blender or transfer the mixture to a blender and puree until smooth.
Step 7
Let the applesauce cool to room temperature. Taste and adjust sweetness or cinnamon if needed.
Step 8
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1373.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 677.3 |
| Total Fat 1.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 19.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 177.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 27.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 139.6g | |
| Protein 3.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 94.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1191.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories