This Homemade Applesauce Recipe is made with just 5 simple ingredients and is ready in just over 30 minutes. Make a big batch and enjoy this easy and delicious applesauce recipe as a yummy snack, healthy dessert, or alongside more savory dishes such a kielbasa or pork chops.
Key Ingredients: – Apples – Water – Sugar or another sweetener (optional) – Ground cinnamon – Pinch of salt – Lemon juice Swipe up for the full list!
To make applesauce, place peeled, cored, and chopped apples in a large pot, adding water, lemon juice, sugar (optional), ground cinnamon, and salt.
Bring to a boil, then simmer covered on low heat for 30 minutes until the apples are soft. Remove from heat and mash for chunky applesauce in the pot or blend for a smooth texture using a food processor, blender, or hand-held immersion blender.
The applesauce can be enjoyed warm or cold.