Homemade Unsweetened Applesauce (No sugar added)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
15 portions / ¼ cup
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Calories
22 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
British
Homemade Unsweetened Applesauce (No sugar added)
Description
For this unsweetened applesauce, a blend of apples such as Braeburn and dessert apples with colorful skins are cored, sliced into eighths, and cooked gently with a small amount of water. Cinnamon and optional spices like nutmeg or vanilla are added to enhance the natural fruit flavors. The apples cook covered on medium heat until very soft and mushy, which typically takes about 20 minutes. After cooking, the mixture is pureed using a stick blender or food processor to achieve a smooth or slightly chunky texture depending on preference.
The result is a clean, naturally sweetened applesauce that relies on the inherent sugars in the apples and warm spices rather than added sugars. This version works well as a snack, side dish, or baking ingredient, providing a wholesome flavor suitable for various uses. Portion control is considered, with each serving estimated at about 50 grams or a quarter cup, containing roughly 5 grams of net carbohydrates.
Ingredients
- 2 kg / 4.4 pounds apple
- ½ cup / 120ml of water
- 2 teaspoon cinnamon
- pinch nutmeg or vanilla or mixed spice (all optional, all lovely)
Instructions
- Choose your apples. I normally use what's in my fruit bowl, so a mix of Braeburn and dessert apples with colourful skins.
- Core and slice your apples into 8 slices.
- Add cinnamon and other spices, if using. This is the stuff that puts the wow in it!
- Cook the apples with 120 ml water on medium heat for 20 minutes (lid on!) until soft and mushy.
- Puree with a stick blender or in your food processor to your favourite consistency.
Notes
- Use a variety of apples for balanced sweetness and flavor.
- Cook apples covered over medium heat until soft to ensure smooth pureeing.
- Optional spices such as nutmeg, vanilla, or mixed spice add complexity without sweetness.
- Each serving is approximately 50 grams with about 5 grams net carbs, useful for portion control.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 15portions / ¼ cup
Amount Per Serving
Calories 22 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 50g | |
| Calories | 22kcal | 1% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 5.6g | 2% |
| Protein | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 34mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.6g | 2% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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