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Homemade Applesauce

A simple, bright-tasting preserve made with Granny Smith apples and cinnamon, perfect for snacks, sides, or baby food.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 pieces Granny Smith apples Use tart apples for a balanced flavor.
  • 1.5 cups water Essential for cooking the apples.
  • 3/4 cup sugar Add to taste near the end.
  • to taste none cinnamon Stir in at the end to preserve flavor.
  • optional none red hot candies For added color and cinnamon flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Peel and slice the apples into small pieces.
  2. Put the apples in a pot.
  3. Add the 1 1/2 cups of water to the pot.
  4. Bring the pot to a low boil over medium heat.
  5. Mash the apples as they cook down, keeping the pot covered.
Cooking
  1. When the apples reach the desired consistency, add the sugar, cinnamon, and red hot candies if desired.
  2. Bring the mixture briefly to a boil, then cover and remove the pot from the heat.
Cooling and Storing
  1. Let the applesauce cool in the pot.
  2. Refrigerate the applesauce after it cools.

Notes

Store in airtight containers in the refrigerator for 5-7 days or freeze for up to 6 months. Follow canning guidelines for safe preservation.