Description
This Easy Homemade Applesauce Recipe is a delightful way to enjoy the sweet and tart flavors of Pink Lady apples. Simple to make, it offers a warm, comforting treat that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large Pink Lady apples peeled
- cored and cut into small chunks
- 1/3 cup water
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar may substitute with unrefined sugar such as honey
- maple syrup or coconut sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice about half a lemon
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the apple chunks, water, sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and salt.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the apples are soft, about 20-30 minutes.
- Remove from heat and mash the apples to your desired consistency using a potato masher or fork.
- Allow to cool before serving or storing in airtight containers. Enjoy warm or chilled!
Notes
For a smoother applesauce, blend the mixture after mashing. Adjust sweetness according to your taste preferences by adding more or less sugar.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 95 kcal
- Sugar: 19 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Easy Homemade Applesauce Recipe, applesauce, dessert, Pink Lady apples, quick recipe