Easy Homemade Applesauce: The Best Guilt-Free Fall Treat
Easy homemade applesauce is a simple, delicious, and guilt-free fall treat that embodies the essence of the season.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 cups
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups peeled and chopped apples
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup sugar (optional)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine the chopped apples and water.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until apples are soft.
- Use a potato masher to mash the apples to your desired consistency.
- Add sugar and cinnamon, stir well, and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Let cool before storing in jars.
Notes
- For a healthier version, omit the sugar.
- Try adding a pinch of nutmeg for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg