Homemade Applesauce

Homemade Applesauce

Rebecca has been making this applesauce on repeat this fall season! Quick, simple, and entirely customizable, it is the perfect treat no matter the time of day. 


          Servings: 1 quart
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook:  25 minutes


Ingredients

  • 3 lb. apples, peeled, cored, and cut into chunks
  • 1/2 cup apple juice or cider
  • 2 Tbsp. lemon juice (or 1/2 of one medium lemon)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 tsp. cinnamon, more or less to taste
  • Optional ingredients: Nutmeg, maple syrup, allspice, butter, to taste

    Instructions

    1. Combine all ingredients in a 4-5 qt. pot and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 25 minutes.
    2. Carefully use an immersion blender to blend the apples into desired sauce thickness. Alternatively, carefully puree in a food processor or blender, splitting into batches, if needed.
    3. Taste and adjust spices. Cool to room temp, then refrigerate for storage.

    Rebecca's Notes

    • This is completely customizable! Reduce the sugar or adjust the spices/flavorings to your taste. 
    • Want more? Simply 1.5x or double this recipe. Just make sure you are working in a pot that is at least 5 qt. in size.
    • Original recipe inspired by The Pioneer Woman
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