Description
Quick & Easy Applesauce is a heartwarming treat that fills your home with the inviting scent of apples and cinnamon. This simple recipe is perfect for cozy evenings or nostalgic breakfasts, offering a delicious burst of flavor that will have everyone asking for more. With minimal ingredients and effort, you can create a delightful homemade applesauce that’s sure to please both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–8 medium apples (Fuji, Gala, or Granny Smith)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp sugar (optional)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Peel and core the apples, then cut into quarters.
- In a large pot, combine apple chunks with water, cinnamon, and optional sugar.
- Cook over medium heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally until soft.
- Mash the cooked apples to your desired consistency using a potato masher or immersion blender.
- Stir in lemon juice to enhance flavor; adjust sweetness if needed.
- Serve warm or chilled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (125g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg