3 Ingredient Homemade Applesauce
Ingredients
2 lb apples, peeled, cored, & diced
½ cup water
¼ cup sugar*
½ tsp ground cinnamon, optional
*More or less sugar may be required depending on the variety of apples. Add sugar to taste.
- Apples with a thinner skin like Fuji or Gala don't have to be peeled.
Total Time: 30 min.
Cooking Steps
Prep Ingredients
Core, peel, and dice 2 lbs of apples.
In a saucepan, combine apples, ½ cup water, ¼ cup sugar, (and ½ tsp cinnamon). Bring to a boil.
Simmer Applesauce
Cover and reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 to 20 min., or until the apples are soft and tender. Remove lid and simmer for an additional 5 min. to thicken.
Mash or Blend Applesauce
Allow to cool, then mash with a fork for a chunky consistency, or blend with an immersion blender or stand blender for a smooth consistency.