Caffeine Free Classic Applesauce
There is something deeply satisfying about a pot of homemade applesauce bubbling away on the stove, filling the kitchen with the warm scent of cinnamon and fresh fruit. The combination of tart Granny Smith and sweet Honeycrisp apples creates a beautifully balanced sauce that store-bought versions simply cannot match. A splash of lemon juice brightens everything up, while a pinch of kosher salt quietly pulls all the flavors together. The whole thing comes together in one saucepan with just a handful of pantry staples ā no special equipment required beyond a potato masher or even a fork. You control the texture completely, so whether you like it rustic and chunky or silky smooth, this recipe meets you exactly where you want to be. It's just as good spooned warm over pork chops as it is chilled and eaten straight from the jar with a spoon.
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6 servings
- 3 lbs apples (about 6 medium; a mix of granny smith and honeycrisp works well), peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks
- ā cup water
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- Ā½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ā tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple chunks, water, lemon juice, sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a large saucepan. Stir to coat the apples evenly.
- 2
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 18ā22 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are completely tender and collapse easily when pressed with a spoon.
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