Applesauce at Home
Here's a recipe for applesauce that you can make either in a slow cooker or on the stove top: Use your own preference for consistency. Some people prefer chunky, and some prefer smooth.
Equipment
- Immersion blender or potato masher
- Large Pot
- Slow Cooker optional
Ingredients
- Ingredients:
- 6 medium-sized apples choose a variety that's good for cooking, such as Granny Smith or Jonathan
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar optional
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon optional
Instructions
For Slow Cooker
- Peel, core, and chop the apples into small pieces.
- Place the chopped apples, water, sugar (if using), and cinnamon (if using) into the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6-8 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Once the apples are soft and can be easily mashed, use a potato masher or immersion blender to mash the apples into a smooth consistency.
- Taste the applesauce and add more sugar or cinnamon if desired.
- Serve warm or chilled.
For Stove Top
- Peel, core, and chop the apples into small pieces.
- Place the chopped apples, water, sugar (if using), and cinnamon (if using) into a large pot over medium heat.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once the apples are soft and can be easily mashed, use a potato masher or immersion blender to mash the apples into a smooth consistency.
- Taste the applesauce and add more sugar or cinnamon if desired.
- Serve warm or chilled.
Notes
Serve warm or chilled.