Easiest Applesauce Recipe Ever!

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It's Fall and that means APPLES!  Yes, we are surrounded by orchards around here and apples are one of my favorite fruits.  My husband loves applesauce so I thought it was time to share my recipe that is done in under an hour.  

Here's what you need:

 4 pounds of apples - about 16-20 small apples
1 cup of water
1/2 cup of brown sugar.

First, peel and slice your apples and put them in a saucepan.  I used Jonamac, you can use whatever type of apples you like best.

Add 1 cup of water 

and a 1/2 cup of brown sugar and mix well.  You may want to increase/decrease the amount of brown sugar.  It depends on the sweetness of the apples you are using and how sweet you like your applesauce.  My husband thought this was perfect.

Using high heat, bring the apple mixture to a boil.  Reduce heat to low and allow the mixture to simmer, stirring occasionally. 
After 30 minutes, this is what it looked like:

Remove the saucepan from the heat and use a mixer to smooth out the lumps.
Update:  I now use an Immersion Blender and the applesauce is SO smooth!
That's it!  Pour it in a bowl and refrigerate.  

There are no preservatives, so I imagine this would last about a week refrigerated.  Around here, it's gone in 2 days, so no worries! 
If you like cinnamon, you can add it to the entire recipe, or add it to individual servings. 
Enjoy!

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Comments

  1. Kim October 10, 2018 at 12:02 PM

    I am no chef, but this looks easy enough for me to master! We're heading out to the orchard this weekend. I'll keep this recipe in mind!

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    1. AnnOctober 10, 2018 at 3:10 PM

      If it's not easy, I don't make it, Kim. Have fun at the orchard!

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  2. Chas' Crazy CreationsOctober 10, 2018 at 7:59 PM

    I started making homemade applesauce a couple years ago, isn't it amazing how easy it is and delicious too? Thanks for sharing on To Grandma's House We Go!

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    1. AnnOctober 10, 2018 at 10:50 PM

      It is truly the best, Chas! I've also started using it in my baking...but that's a story for another time! Thanks for stopping by!

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  3. Gardening HelenOctober 12, 2018 at 10:10 AM

    Thanks for sharing at the What's for Dinner party! Hope to see you this Sunday too!

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  4. Jean | DelightfulRepast.comOctober 12, 2018 at 2:49 PM

    This looks wonderful. I love applesauce, especially at this time of year.

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    1. AnnOctober 12, 2018 at 5:25 PM

      Thank you, Jean. We love it too! I'm so glad you stopped by, come back again soon!

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  5. Treat and TrickOctober 14, 2018 at 11:53 PM

    Thanks for sharing and thanks for hosting Party in PJs. Have a fabulous week..

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  6. My thrift store addictionOctober 15, 2018 at 12:03 PM

    YUM and I love your vintage scale with apples photo! Thanks for sharing at Vintage Charm!

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  7. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasOctober 16, 2018 at 7:18 AM

    Ann,
    I have to say I LOVE your red scale!! I adore red in the Kitchen!! This looks so good! We had an apple tree in my parent's back yard and my Mom ad my Dad both make apple pie from those apples.....
    Thanks so much for stopping by and for your kind comment!!
    Hugs,
    Debbie

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    1. AnnOctober 16, 2018 at 9:00 AM

      Thank you, Debbie. It's one of my favorite finds! We had an apple tree in our backyard too...fond memories. Thanks for stopping by the Cottage!

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  8. simpleindianmomOctober 17, 2018 at 5:17 AM

    This looks yummy easy and helpful. nice recipe. i'm gonna try it for sure.

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    1. AnnOctober 17, 2018 at 11:27 AM

      Thank you so much! Let me know how you like it.

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