Easy Homemade Applesauce Recipe
Transforming fresh apples into a delicious sauce has never been easier. With just a few ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a versatile and flavorful apple sauce that can be enjoyed in various ways. From enhancing your breakfast to adding a touch of sweetness to your desserts, this Easy Homemade Apple Sauce Recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to savor the taste of freshly made goodness.
Equipment
- 1 Saucepan
- 1 Spatula
- 1 Blender or food processor (optional, for smoother texture)
Ingredients
- 4 pounds apples peeled, cored, and chopped
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- ⅓ cup water
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Peel, core, and slice all apples.
- Pour 1 1/2 cups water and 2 Tbsp sugar into a large stockpot. Heat over medium and boil to dissolve sugar. Add all the sliced apples, decrease heat to low, cover with lid, and simmer for 1 hour, stirring regularly.
- Pour water over apples in a big pot. The water will soften the apples by steaming and simmering.
- Simmer the apples over medium-low heat for 15 minutes, stirring regularly, until very mushy and breaking up.
- Mash applesauce. Blend the apples until smooth to form a puree. Use a fork, potato masher, or immersion blender to lightly crush apples for chunky applesauce.
- Before refrigerating or freezing, let it cool to room temperature.
Notes
- Storage: Keep homemade applesauce in an airtight jar in the fridge. Refrigerated, it lasts 7–10 days. Long-term storage is possible by freezing.
- Freezing: Divide applesauce evenly into three straight-sided wide-mouth canning jars. Dated jars. Cool in the fridge. Cover and freeze jars. Can freeze for 6 months.