Description
This easy-to-make Cinnamon Apple Sauce is a warm, comforting side dish or snack that highlights the natural sweetness of apples combined with the spicy warmth of cinnamon. Perfectly soft and lightly sweetened, this homemade apple sauce is a nutritious alternative to store-bought versions, made from scratch with simple ingredients.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 5-6 large apples, peeled, cored, and chopped into bite-sized chunks
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Prepare Apples: Peel, core, and chop the apples into bite-sized chunks to ensure even cooking and easy mashing later. Place the chopped apples into a large pot or Dutch oven.
- Cook Apples: Add sugar, ground cinnamon, and water to the pot containing the apples. Cover the pot with a lid and cook over medium heat for 18-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are very soft and tender.
- Mash Sauce: Remove the pot from heat and uncover it. Using a potato masher, mash the cooked apples until the sauce reaches your desired consistency — smooth or slightly chunky. Serve the cinnamon apple sauce warm or let it cool before storing.
Notes
- Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for more complex flavor, such as Fuji and Granny Smith combined.
- Adjust sugar based on the sweetness of your apples or personal preference.
- For a smoother texture, blend the sauce with an immersion blender instead of mashing.
- Store leftover apple sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Great as a side for pork dishes or as a healthy snack.
