
Applesauce is a timeless comfort food, cherished for its simplicity and versatility. Whether as a snack, a side dish, or an ingredient in your baking adventures, this homemade version is fresher and healthier than store-bought alternatives. Let's bring the aroma of warm apples into your kitchen!
Why You'll Love It:
Simple: Ready in just 15 minutes.
Nutrient-Dense: Apples are rich in fiber, especially when unpeeled, which promotes digestive health.
Low-Calorie Sweetness: This unsweetened applesauce provides natural sweetness, ideal for reducing added sugars in recipes.
Antioxidant Power: Apples contain polyphenols, which support heart health and fight inflammation.
Kid-Friendly: A perfect snack for children, packed with nutrients and free from preservatives.
Tips and Tricks to Elevate:
Choose Your Apples: Apples like Gala, Honeycrisp and Fuji are great options and mixing them with tart varieties like Granny Smith and McIntosh adds a depth of flavor.
Boost Flavor: Add a pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, or vanilla extract for a warming twist.
Go Savory: Pair it with roasted pork or serve as a tangy contrast to cheese platters.
Chunky Texture: Skip the blending step for a rustic, chunky applesauce.
Sweetness Control: Adjust the sweetness naturally by incorporating a ripe banana during blending.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 10 days—if it lasts that long!
Homemade Applesauce

In a pot, bring the water and apples to a boil. Simmer for eight to 10 minutes or until the apples have softened.
In a blender or using an immersion blender, puree the apple mixture until smooth. Let cool completely.

Homemade Applesauce

15 minutes 4 servings
1/2 cup Water
4 Apple (medium, unpeeled, seeded and chopped)
In a pot, bring the water and apples to a boil. Simmer for eight to 10 minutes or until the apples have softened.
In a blender or using an immersion blender, puree the apple mixture until smooth. Let cool completely.
Enjoy!
Leftovers: Refrigerate in an air-tight container up to 10 days or freeze up to a year.
Serving Size: One serving is approximately 1/3 cups.
Serve With: Serve yogurt, nuts, seeds and toasted oats.
NUTRITION
Calories 95 kcal, Fat 0g, Carbs 25g, Fiber 4g, Sugar 19g, Protein 0g

Isabelle Bulota is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Recipe Developer, and Food Photographer, passionately navigates the challenges of motherhood with two vibrant teenagers. As the proud founder of Isabelle Bulota Family Nutrition Practitioner, she guides families on their journey through personalized nutrition counselling.
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