Easy Homemade Apple Sauce (Printable Recipe)
Smooth apple sauce with cinnamon and lemon, naturally sweet and perfect for snacks, breakfast or desserts.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Fruit Preparation
01 -
5 to 7 medium apples, peeled, cored, and roughly chopped
→ Seasoning
02 -
0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
03 -
2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Peel, core, and chop the apples into even pieces for uniform cooking.
02 -
Place the chopped apples in a medium saucepan. Add ground cinnamon and lemon juice.
03 -
Cover the saucepan and cook the mixture over medium heat for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are very soft.
04 -
Remove the saucepan from heat. For a chunky sauce, mash with a potato masher; for a smoother consistency, use an immersion blender until desired texture is achieved.
05 -
Let the apple sauce cool to room temperature, then transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate. Serve warm or chilled as desired.
# Extra Tips:
01 -
For a sweeter result, select naturally sweet, soft apple varieties such as Golden Delicious or Gala. Adjust cinnamon to taste.
02 -
The sauce keeps in the refrigerator for up to 5 days and can be served either warm or cold.
03 -
No added sugar is necessary as apples provide ample natural sweetness.