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Easy Applesauce
Carolina Gomez

Easy Applesauce

A simple, wholesome Easy Applesauce made with fresh apples, sugar, and cinnamon. Perfect as a snack, side dish, or baking ingredient.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: condiment, Side Dish
Cuisine: American / European
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

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

Equipment

  • Saucepan with lid
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Knife & cutting board
  • Potato masher or blender (for smooth texture)
  • measuring cups/spoons

Method
 

  1. Peel, core, and chop apples into small chunks.
  2. In a saucepan, combine apples, water, sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. Cover and cook over medium heat for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples are soft.
  4. Mash with a potato masher for chunky applesauce or blend for a smooth texture.
  5. Taste and adjust sweetness or cinnamon as desired.
  6. 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