Easy Stovetop Homemade Applesauce
Make simple, naturally sweet homemade applesauce on the stovetop. This recipe is quick and results in a smooth or chunky texture, perfect as a side dish or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Total Time: 30 min
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 medium apples (such as Gala or Fuji)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and core the apples. You may peel them or leave the skin on for extra fiber (No Peel Applesauce method). Cut the apples into 1-inch chunks.
- Place the apple chunks, water, and lemon juice (if using) into a large saucepan.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the apples are very tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the ground cinnamon.
- For smooth applesauce, use an immersion blender or transfer the mixture to a standard blender and process until smooth. For chunky applesauce, mash the apples lightly with a fork or potato masher.
- Serve warm or chill completely before serving.
Notes
- For a sweeter result without added sugar, use naturally sweet apple varieties like Honeycrisp or Fuji.
- If you prefer a richer flavor, substitute 1/4 cup of the water with apple cider.
- This applesauce stores well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 0.4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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