Applesauce

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Applesauce
20 min.
6
85kcal

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Applesauce is a delightful and versatile side dish that brings a touch of sweetness and warmth to any meal. Whether you're looking for a healthy accompaniment to your favorite pork dish or a simple snack to enjoy on its own, this homemade applesauce recipe is sure to impress. With its vibrant flavor and smooth texture, it’s a fantastic way to showcase the natural goodness of fresh apples.

This recipe is not only vegetarian and vegan, but it’s also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a perfect choice for those with dietary restrictions. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves six, providing a guilt-free treat at only 85 calories per serving. The combination of brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg adds a warm, comforting aroma that fills your kitchen, inviting everyone to gather around the table.

Using medium cooking apples, this applesauce is easy to prepare and requires minimal equipment—just a simple saucepan. The process of simmering the apples allows their natural sweetness to shine through, while the spices elevate the flavor profile, making it a delightful addition to breakfast, lunch, or dinner. So, grab your apples and let’s get cooking! You’ll be amazed at how simple it is to create this delicious homemade applesauce that everyone will love.

Ingredients

  • 1.3 lb apples cored peeled cut into fourths and
  • 0.5 cup water 
  • 0.3 cup granulated sugar packed
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.1 teaspoon nutmeg 

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. In 2-quart saucepan, heat apples and water to boiling over medium heat, stirring occasionally; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered 5 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to break up apples, until tender.
  2. Stir in remaining ingredients.
  3. Heat to boiling. Boil and stir 1 minute. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories85kcal
Protein1.16%
Fat2.09%
Carbs96.75%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29.52
Glycemic Load
9.5
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.6647826271213%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.58mg
Peonidin
0.02mg
Catechin
1.31mg
Epigallocatechin
0.26mg
Epicatechin
7.59mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.19mg
Luteolin
0.12mg
Kaempferol
0.14mg
Quercetin
4.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:84.92kcal
4.25%
Fat:0.21g
0.33%
Saturated Fat:0.04g
0.25%
Carbohydrates:22.3g
7.43%
Net Carbohydrates:19.83g
7.21%
Sugar:18.81g
20.9%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:2.09mg
0.09%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.27g
0.54%
Fiber:2.47g
9.89%
Vitamin C:4.64mg
5.63%
Potassium:108.53mg
3.1%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.57%
Vitamin K:2.24µg
2.14%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
2.08%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.64%
Copper:0.03mg
1.58%
Magnesium:5.36mg
1.34%
Vitamin E:0.18mg
1.22%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.15%
Phosphorus:11.23mg
1.12%
Vitamin A:54.72IU
1.09%