Applesauce

Published: February 4, 2024
Chef: KemoNine • Category: Snack • Cuisine: Snack

Tags: Apple

Yields: 6 • Prep Time: 10 mins • Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients

  • 6 large apples (about 3 lbs.)
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 2 tsp lemon juice

Directions

  • Wash, peel, and remove the core from the apples. Chop the apples into small 3/4 inch chunks.
  • Add the chopped apples, ground cinnamon and water to a medium pot and place a lid on top. Heat the apples over medium, allowing them to come up to a simmer. Continue to simmer the apples for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender. The total cook time will vary depending on the variety of apple used.
  • Remove the pot from heat. Mash the apples with a potato masher inside the pot for a chunky texture. Or allow the apples to cool slightly and blend with an immersion blender or carefully inside a blender for a smoother texture.
  • Add the lemon juice to the applesauce and stir to combine. Serve homemade applesauce warm or chilled in the refrigerator.

Inspiration & Resources

Pictured: A small glass bowl of apple sauce on a tiled counter. The image was obtained from Unsplash at https://unsplash.com/photos/yellow-cream-in-clear-glass-bowl-CJj2iQn6IsE