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Easy Applesauce

You only need 5 ingredients to make this healthy homemade applesauce! It's naturally sweetened, spiced with cinnamon, and so delicious. Enjoy as a snack, use in baking to replace oil or butter, or use as a topping for pancakes, waffles, and more!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 89 kcal
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs apples, peeled, seeded, and chopped (I use Granny Smith and Honeycrisp)
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

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  1. Add the chopped apples, water, lemon juice, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt to the Instant Pot. Stir to combine. Put the lid on the Instant Pot, make sure the pressure knob is in the sealing position. Select the Manual function and high pressure and adjust time to 5 minutes.
  2. When it beeps, let the steam release naturally for 5 minutes, then carefully use the quick release valve to release the remaining pressure. Use caution, the steam is hot!
  3. Remove the lid and stir the applesauce with a wooden spoon.
  4. You can use a potato masher to break up the applesauce or if you want really smooth applesauce you can puree the applesauce with an immersion blender or blender.

Notes

  • You can also make the applesauce in the slow cooker or on the stove top. See the post for details. 
  • The applesauce can be stored in a jar or container in the refrigerator for 7 to 10 days. Freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Information

Calories 89kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 24g (8%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 2mg (0%) Potassium 182mg (5%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 18g (36%) Vitamin A 92IU (2%) Vitamin C 9mg (10%) Calcium 13mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 89

% Daily Value*

Calories 89kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 24g 8%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 2mg 0%
Potassium 182mg 4%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 18g 36%
Vitamin A 92IU 2%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Calcium 13mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.