Easy Cinnamon Applesauce

Cinnamon applesauce in glass jars with lids.

Learn the easiest way to make a batch of Cinnamon Applesauce in less than 30 minutes. It's delicious, versatile, and easy to store for future meals and snacks.

Course Baby Food, Snack

Cuisine American

Diet Gluten Free

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings -8 (makes about 4 cups)

Calories 157kcal

Author Amy Palanjian

Equipment

Ingredients

4 pounds apples (8-9 medium apples, about 9 cups diced apples)
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

Wash, dry, and peel the apples. Discard the peel and core. Roughly chop into 1-inch pieces.
Add to a medium pot with 1½ cups water.
Set over medium heat and bring to a simmer and cover. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 20 minutes, or until the apples are breaking down and soft. (If the mixture is rapidly boiling, turn the heat down to medium-low.)
Stir in the cinnamon and lemon juice if using. Turn off heat.
Mash with a potato masher or with the back of a wooden spoon. Or, let cool slightly and puree with an immersion blender or transfer to a blender to blend very smooth. (If using a regular blender, allow some steam to escape as you blend to avoid an explosion.)
Serve or store.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks or in the freezer, once fully cooled, in a freezer-safe container or in an ice cube tray or reusable pouches. Let thaw in the fridge before serving.

Use apples that taste good fresh for the best flavor.
Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for brighter flavor.
You can mix apple types, just know they may not cook at exactly the same rate. (So you may need to cook a little longer.)
Stir a few times during cooking to help the apples cook evenly.
If the applesauce is boiling rapidly when the pot is covered, turn down the heat slightly. You want it to simmer to avoid it cooking too quickly or burning.
Serve in a bowl with a spoon or in a reusable pouch.

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