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Easy Stovetop Homemade Applesauce with Cinnamon Spice

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Make classic homemade applesauce on the stovetop using simple ingredients. This recipe yields naturally sweet, flavorful applesauce perfect as a healthy side dish or snack.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs apples (like Gala or Fuji), peeled, cored, and chopped
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional, for brightness)

Instructions

  1. Place the chopped apples, water, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger into a large pot or Dutch oven.
  2. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
  3. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  4. Cook until the apples are very soft and easily mashable.
  5. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the lemon juice, if using.
  6. For smooth applesauce, use an immersion blender or transfer the mixture in batches to a standard blender and process until smooth. For chunky applesauce, mash the apples lightly with a potato masher or fork.
  7. Serve the applesauce warm or chill it completely before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute apple cider for the water for a deeper apple flavor.
  • If you prefer a sweeter result without added sugar, use sweeter apple varieties like Honeycrisp or Fuji.
  • This applesauce works well as an ingredient in meal planning for baking or as a side dish for pork chops.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

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