Unsweetened Applesauce
With just a few minutes of prep, you’ll have delicious Unsweetened Applesauce simmering on the stove made with fresh apples cinnamon, and no added sugar. Not only does Unsweetened Applesauce taste amazing, but it will make your house smell wonderful!
WHY THIS UNSWEETENED APPLESAUCE RECIPE IS SO GOOD
- It’s actually unsweetened, without any sugar or sugar-free sweeteners. We’ll rely on the sweetness of the apples to make our homemade applesauce completely delicious, and I’ll share my favorite sweet apple varieties with you too.
- Minimal ingredients mean that it’s simple to prep this dish. Simply peel and chop the apples and toss them in a pot with some fresh lemon juice and cinnamon.
- Made on the stovetop, so you don’t need to pull out your crockpot or any other countertop appliance. This recipe is meant to be easy!
- Unsweetened Applesauce is versatile, and can be enjoyed in so many ways. Try it as a healthy snack, add it to yogurt or oatmeal, or serve it on the side with any of your favorite main dishes.
TIPS AND TRICKS FOR MAKING UNSWEETENED APPLESAUCE
- Use Sweet Apples. Actually, use a combination of both sweet and tart apples. Avoid apples that don’t have much flavor. I always add some granny smith apples to my sauce because I love their bright, tart flavor, but the rest of the apples I use to make unsweetened applesauce are sweet on their own.
- Leave the Peels if you want. If you blend the applesauce with a blender, the peels will blend in too. Peeling apples for applesauce is optional!
- Keep an eye on the pot. It will take about 30 minutes for the apples to cook down on the stove. Stir them every so often so that the apples on the bottom don’t stick or start to burn.
- To store: Put your applesauce in a jar or other airtight container and keep it in the fridge for up to a week – it might stay fresh even longer than that too. You can freeze homemade applesauce for up to 2 months as well.
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Homemade Applesauce Recipe
With just a few minutes of prep, you'll have delicious Unsweetened Applesauce simmering on the stove made with fresh apples cinnamon, and no added sugar. Not only does Unsweetened Applesauce taste amazing, but it will make your house smell wonderful!
Ingredients
- 4 pounds apples a mix of Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Gala or your preferred varieties
- ¾ cup water
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Prep the Apples
- Peel, core, and slice the apples into 1-inch chunks.4 pounds apples
Cook the Apples
- In a large saucepan, combine the apples, water, lemon juice, and cinnamon. Stir to coat the apples evenly.¾ cup water, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are very tender and start to break down.
Mash or Blend
- Use a potato masher for a chunky texture or an immersion blender (or food processor) for a smoother applesauce.
Serve
- Serve warm or chilled.
