Description
A smooth and cozy applesauce made with fresh apples, warm cinnamon, and a hint of citrus, perfect as a snack or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 medium apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Place a medium saucepan on the stove over medium heat.
- Add the chopped apples, water, sugar, and lemon juice into the saucepan.
- Stir gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Cover the saucepan with a lid.
- Let it simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are very soft.
- Remove from heat and mash or blend to your desired texture.
- Stir in the ground cinnamon and mix well.
- Serve warm or chilled.
Notes
- Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for a richer flavor.
- Adjust sugar based on the sweetness of your apples.
- Blend for a smooth texture or mash for a chunkier result.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg