Applesauce

A delightful and easy homemade applesauce recipe that brings nostalgia with every spoonful. Perfect as a side dish, dessert, or snack.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 50

Total Time 1

Servings: 10 servings

Course: Dessert, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 120

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Main ingredients

4 pounds apples, peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks About 10 apples
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into ¼-inch chunks Adds richness to the applesauce
¼ cup light or dark brown sugar, packed Use more if you prefer sweeter applesauce
2 tablespoons light or dark brown sugar, packed Extra for added sweetness
Ground cinnamon For serving, optional

Method

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C).
Place the prepared apples into a 9x13-inch baking dish, evenly spread out.

Cooking

Scatter the brown sugar and chunks of butter over the apples. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes, tossing the apples halfway through.

Finishing Touches

Remove the foil and mash the apples to your desired consistency. Add more sugar if desired.

Notes

For enhanced flavor, add a splash of vanilla extract or a pinch of nutmeg while mashing. To retain some texture, leave some chunks unmashed. Serve warm or chilled.