Easy Homemade Chunky Applesauce Recipes

HOMEMADE APPLESAUCE RECIPE (GLUTEN-FREE, VEGAN)

Steps:

• Peel, core, and cut the apples into small cubes.
• Combine the cubed apples, sugar, cinnamon, and water in a large skillet. Mix well and bring to a boil, before reducing heat to medium and covering the skillet.
• Let the apples cook for approximately 20 minutes, until they are soft and translucent and can easily be mashed with a fork or a slotted spoon.
• Transfer the apples to a high-speed blender or food processor and blend until smooth (skip this step if you prefer a chunkier applesauce).

HOMEMADE CHUNKY APPLESAUCE

Steps:

• Using an apple slicer, cut apple into 8 pieces. Then peel off skins and continue to slice down apples into thinner slices. See article for image. Place all thin apple slices into sauce pan.
• Add 1/4th cup water and ground cinnamon and mix well.
• Heat sauce pan on medium low until mixture begins to boil, which takes just a few minutes so do not walk away from the pan.
• Cover apples with lid and reduce heat to simmer.
• Cook apples for about 20 minutes or until apples are mushy. Depending on how large your apples are, this could take up to 30 minutes or so.
• Stir in brown sugar and mash with a potato masher to make a chunky apple sauce or vitamix blender or food processor if you would like it to be creamier
• Makes 2 cups.

PERFECT EASY MICROWAVE APPLESAUCE

Steps:

• Peel, core and slice the apples.
• Place apples in a large microwave-safe bowl.
• Add in 1/4 cup water, cinnamon (start with 1/2 teaspoon) and nutmeg, if using; stir to combine.
• Cover with heavy microwave-safe plastic wrap (leave a little side opened to allow steam to escape).
• Microwave on HIGH power for 10 minutes.
• Remove the bowl and stir the apples, then contine to microwave uncovered until apples are very tender (about 5-6 minutes longer).
• Using a large fork (I use a potato masher for this) coarsley mash apples to desired texture.
• Add in sugar to taste while the apples are still hot; mix well to combine.
• Bring to room temperature and then refrigerate for up to two days, or freeze in plastic freezer containers.

CHUNKY APPLESAUCE

Steps:

• In a Dutch oven, combine apples, brown sugar and cinnamon. Cover and cook over medium-low heat 30-40 minutes or until apples are tender, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. Mash apples slightly if desired. Serve warm or cold.

EASY, CHUNKY HOMEMADE APPLESAUCE - GRANDMA'S RECIPE (GLUTEN FREE, DAIRY FREE, VEGAN)

Steps:

• Peel, core and chop the apples. (I love the corer slicer combo. Makes it so much easier. (affiliate link))
• Place peels in medium pot with 1/2 cup water.
• Place apples in large pot with 1 cup water.
• Cover and cook each on medium high for 10 - 15 minutes, stirring ever few minutes, until it is the mushy-ness you want.
• Use a potato masher (pictured above) and mash the apples.
• Use a blender or food processor to blend up the peels.
• Mix the two parts together. The peel give extra flavor and sweetness to your applesauce. So yummy!

CHUNKY HOMEMADE APPLESAUCE

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 400°F.
• Place the apples in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Scatter the brown sugar and chunks of butter evenly over top. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, tossing once halfway through, until the apples are very tender.
• Mash the apples with a potato masher or fork. Taste; if the applesauce is too tart, add more brown sugar little by little until the flavors are balanced. (Note that no two batches will ever be the same; the flavor will depend on the tartness of the apples you use.)
• Make-Ahead/Freezer-Friendly Instructions: The applesauce can be made up to 3 days ahead and refrigerated or frozen in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

BEST HOMEMADE CHUNKY APPLESAUCE

Steps:

• To a saucepot, combine the apples (peeled and chopped) with the rest of the ingredients and cook on low to medium heat, uncovered for 15 minutes.
• Once the apples are soft, remove the pot from the heat and roughly mash with a potato masher or fork**. Enjoy!

APPLE SAUCE

Steps:

• Add all the ingredients to a large pot or saucepan and stir well. Bring to a boil, and reduce heat to a simmer.
• Simmer for 20-30 minutes, until apples are well broken down.
• For a chunkier applesauce, serve as is. For a smoother version, use an immersion blender to puree or transfer to a blender or food processor. Add more sweetener or spices, to taste.
• Store airtight in the fridge.

EASY HOMEMADE APPLESAUCE RECIPE

Steps:

• Peel, core and slice all of the apples.
• Into a large stockpot, add 1 1/2 cups water and 2 Tbsp sugar. Place over medium heat and bring to a boil to dissolve sugar. Add all of the sliced apples, reduce heat to low then cover with lid and cook for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
• Mash apples to desired consistency, using either a potato masher, an immersion blender, or an electric hand mixer.
• Once applesauce is at room temperature, serve with cinnamon if desired. Refrigerate, freeze, or can for longer storage.
• Wash and sterilize 8 pint-sized jars and lids. Use a ladle and funnel to pour hot applesauce into sterilized jars. Wipe the jar rims clean with a paper towel.
• Fill a large canning pot 1/3 full with water and bring to a boil. Place applesauce jars into the hot water, making sure they are covered by 1-2 inches of water. Return to a boil and process for 20 minutes.
• Carefully remove from the water using a jar lifter and place them right side up until they reach room temperature and lid suctions in and seals. The lids should not pop when sealed correctly. If any jars do not form the seal, refrigerate and enjoy within 2 weeks.

EASY HOMEMADE APPLESAUCE

Steps:

• Combine all the ingredients in a large saucepan set over medium heat.
• Bring the apples to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and allow the apples to continue simmering for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Remove the saucepan from the heat. Depending on what kind of texture you like, either enjoy the applesauce as is, use a potato masher to break the apples up a bit, or use a blender or immersion blender to make the applesauce completely smooth.
• Store it in a sealed container in the fridge for up to a week.

CHUNKY HOMEMADE APPLESAUCE

Steps:

• Chop the apples into a medium dice. Discard the core.
• Place the apples in a pot with the water, salt, and cinnamon and bring to a boil. Lower the heat to medium, and cover with the lid slightly ajar. Cook for 20 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are very soft and melted. The apples should cook at a steady simmer.
• Add the lemon juice, if using. Stir vigorously to emulsify everything into a sauce and taste.
• Serve warm, topped with a pinch of cinnamon and a pat of butter.

CROCK-POT HOMEMADE CHUNKY APPLESAUCE RECIPE

Steps:

• Add all ingredients to a 6 quart or larger slow cooker and stir to combine.
• Cover and cook on HIGH for 2 hours, then turn down to LOW and cook for 4 to 6 hours or until apples are tender.
• Use a potato masher to mash the apples into your desired consistency.
• Taste for desired sweetness. If necessary, stir in more sugar or honey while the applesauce is still warm. Adding in small increments until desired sweetness is reached.
• Serve warm or spoon into jars or containers and refrigerate for up to 1 week.