Easy Applesauce
A simple, wholesome Easy Applesauce made with fresh apples, sugar, and cinnamon. Perfect as a snack, side dish, or baking ingredient.
Equipment
- Saucepan with lid
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Knife & cutting board
- Potato masher or blender (for smooth texture)
- measuring cups/spoons
Ingredients
- 4 medium apples peeled, cored, and chopped – any variety
- ½ cup water
- 2 tbsp sugar optional, adjust to taste
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon optional
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Peel, core, and chop apples into small chunks.
- In a saucepan, combine apples, water, sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Cover and cook over medium heat for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples are soft.
- Mash with a potato masher for chunky applesauce or blend for a smooth texture.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or cinnamon as desired.
- Serve warm or chilled. Store in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (per ½ cup, approx.):
• Calories: 90
• Protein: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 24g
• Fat: 0g
• Saturated Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 10mg
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 20g