Easy Applesauce Recipe

Making homemade apple sauce is easy and only requires a few ingredients.

This Apple Sauce recipe is a great way to use up any apples you may have lying around. It is also easily adaptable to your taste-add more sugar if you like it sweeter, or add a dash of your favorite warm spice for extra flavor.

For more Apple-inspired dessert recipes, check out this Apple Bread, Spiced Apple Muffins, Apple Galette, Apple Pie, and Dutch Apple Pie.🍏

How to Make Applesauce

Note: The full instruction is provided in the recipe card below

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Place the lemon juice in a large bowl. Peel, quarter, and core the apples. Add the brown sugar and cinnamon and toss until combined. Pour the apple mixture into a 9x13-inch nonreactive baking dish.

If using apple cider, pour it into the baking dish. Scatter the chunks of butter evenly over the top. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, tossing once halfway through, until all the apples are soft.

Alternatively, you can combine all the ingredients in a large pot, set the stove to high heat, and stir the apples for a few minutes. As the mixture heats up and boils, cover the pot and let it cook on medium heat for 25 to 30 minutes or until tender.

Mash or blend the apples until you reach your desired consistency. For chunky applesauce, use a potato masher or fork to break the cooked apples up by hand.

Blend the cooked apples in a food processor, food mill, or immersion blender for a smoother applesauce.

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Homemade Applesauce

by Camila Benitez

Making homemade apple sauce is easy and only requires a few ingredients. This Applesauce recipe, besides being a great way to use up any apples you may have lying around, is also easily adaptable to your taste - add more sugar if you like it sweeter, or add a dash of your favorite warm spice for extra flavor. 

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 50 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins

Course Breakfast, Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 12

Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

• 9x13-inch nonreactive baking dish
• Heat-resistant silicone spatula or wooden Spoon

Ingredients

  

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• ▢ 3 pounds Tart apples such as Granny Smith apples
• ▢ 3 pounds sweet red apples , such as Honeycrisp, Fuji, Gala, or golden delicious
• ▢ Juice of 1 lemon
• ▢ 4 tablespoons unsalted butter , cut into ¼-inch chunks, optional
• ▢ ½ cup light or dark brown sugar , packed or granulated sugar. (You can use maple syrup or honey as substitutes. For unsweetened applesauce, use less sugar or remove the sugar altogether.)
• ▢ 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ▢ ½ cup apple cider , optional

Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Place the juice of the lemon in a large bowl. Peel, quarter, and core the apples. Add the brown sugar and cinnamon and toss them until combined. Pour the apple mixture into a 9x13-inch nonreactive baking dish. Pour the apple cider into the baking dish if using. Scatter the chunks of butter evenly over the top. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, tossing once halfway through, until all the apples are soft.
• Alternatively, you can place all the ingredients into a large pot, set the stove to high heat, and stir the apples for a few minutes. As the mixture heats up and boils, cover the pot and let it cook on medium heat for 25 to 30 minutes or until tender.
• Mash or blend the apples until you reach your desired consistency. Use a potato masher or fork to break the cooked apples up by hand for chunky applesauce. For smoother applesauce, blend the cooked apples in a food processor, food mill, or immersion blender.

Notes

How to Store

To store your homemade applesauce, allow it to cool to room temperature first. Once cooled, transfer the applesauce into an airtight container or glass jar. Seal the container tightly to prevent air exposure. You can store the applesauce in the refrigerator for 5-7 days. If you want to extend its shelf life further, consider freezing it. To freeze, portion the applesauce into freezer-safe containers or resealable plastic bags, leaving some space for expansion. Seal well and label with the date. Frozen applesauce can be stored for up to 6 months.

Make Ahead

You can easily make your applesauce ahead of time by preparing a larger batch and storing it in the refrigerator or freezer. After cooking and blending the apples, let the applesauce cool to room temperature. Portion it into airtight containers or freezer-safe bags, leaving some space for expansion if freezing. Seal well and store in the refrigerator for 5-7 days or in the freezer for up to 6 months.

When ready to use it, thaw frozen applesauce in the refrigerator overnight or gently reheat it on the stovetop or in the microwave if desired. This make-ahead approach simplifies meal planning and allows you to enjoy homemade applesauce whenever possible.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Homemade Applesauce

Amount per Serving

Calories

180

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

4

g

6

%

Saturated Fat

 

2

g

13

%

Trans Fat

 

0.2

g

Polyunsaturated Fat

 

0.3

g

Monounsaturated Fat

 

1

g

Cholesterol

 

10

mg

3

%

Sodium

 

5

mg

0

%

Potassium

 

263

mg

8

%

Carbohydrates

 

39

g

13

%

Fiber

 

6

g

25

%

Sugar

 

30

g

33

%

Protein

 

1

g

2

%

Vitamin A

 

240

IU

5

%

Vitamin C

 

11

mg

13

%

Calcium

 

22

mg

2

%

Iron

 

0.3

mg

2

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition Disclaimer: The nutritional information provided is an estimate, calculated using standard data sources. Actual values may vary based on ingredient brands, preparation methods, and portion sizes. This information is for general reference only and should not be considered a substitute for professional dietary advice.