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Easy Applesauce

With the leaves changing and crisper weather, warm applesauce is a must. From start to finish, this applesauce recipe shouldn’t take you longer than 45 minutes to pull together, and it will hit the spot for a simple, sweet snack!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds apples 4-5 large apples, cored and cut into small pieces
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 Tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 lemon juiced
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 Tablespoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon cardamom

Method
 

  1. Add all ingredients to a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Once simmering reduce to medium-low heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes, until apples are soft.
  3. Mash apples using a fork or potato masher until applesauce is your desired consistency.*
  4. Taste and add more maple syrup for sweetness or more lemon juice for tartness.

Notes

*If you like smooth, pureed applesauce, I recommend pureeing with an immersion blender, regular blender, or food processor.