This easy homemade applesauce is the perfect afternoon treat or a light dessert after lunch.
Is easy homemade applesauce nutritious?
Apples are high in fibre, contain small amounts of vitamins B, C & E and are loaded with antioxidants to help strengthen your immune system. Healthline
Healthy tip:
Leave the peel on when you chop the apples & cook them. You will get the full benefits of fibre and the important antioxidants, called phytochemicals. Just remember the saying, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away”. Now you know some of the reasons why. This easy homemade applesauce is good4you!
Ingredients:
6 Medium size sweet apples (Macs, Gala)
2 medium size tarter apples (Granny Smith or Golden Delicious)
1/3 c. water
4 tsp. maple syrup or honey
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
2 tsp. lemon juice (to taste)
Directions:
- Peal, core and chop apples, then place in a large saucepan. Add water, syrup (or honey) and cinnamon. Simmer until apples are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Remove from heat. Mash for chunky applesauce, or purée in food processor.
- Stir in lemon juice and add more syrup and/or cinnamon to taste
- Serve warm or chilled.
Serves 4
| Calories/serving | 210 | Carbohydrates | 55.2g | |
| Total Fat | 0.6g | Fibre | 9.1g | |
| Cholesterol | 0g | Sugars | 421g | |
| Sodium | 4.7mg | Protein | 1g |
