Description
This comforting cinnamon applesauce is easy to make, full of warm flavors, and perfect for any occasion. Use it as a topping for breakfast, a side dish, or even as a healthy baking substitute. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, this applesauce will bring a taste of nostalgia to your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large Gala or Fuji apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (optional for sweetness)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional for brightness)
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine the chopped apples, water, and ground cinnamon.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
- Let the apples simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until they become soft and tender.
- Once the apples are soft, use a potato masher to mash them for a chunky texture or use an immersion blender for a smoother consistency.
- Stir in the brown sugar and lemon juice, if using, and adjust the sweetness or spice level as needed.
- Let the applesauce cool before transferring it to airtight containers for storage.
Notes
- For a sugar-free version, simply omit the brown sugar.
- You can add more cinnamon or other spices, such as nutmeg or cloves, to enhance the flavor.
- This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled if you need a larger batch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Dessert, Breakfast
- Method: Stove-Top
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg*
Keywords: cinnamon applesauce, homemade applesauce, easy applesauce recipe, comfort food applesauce, fall apple recipes