15-Minute Chunky Applesauce
Whole apples, cinnamon, and a squeeze of lemon cooked down to a thick, textured sauce in one pot. Serve warm as a side, breakfast topping, or dessert.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 6
- Calories
- 52
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Ingredients
- 2 lb apples (any variety, cored and chunked)
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- 2 tbsp sugar
- ½ whole lemon (juiced)
Instructions
- 1
Add chunked apples, cinnamon, sugar, and lemon juice to a pot over medium-high heat.
- 2
Stir occasionally and cook for 8–10 minutes until apples break down and liquid reduces.
- 3
Mash with a potato masher or fork until you reach your desired texture (chunky or smooth).
- 4
Taste and add more sugar or lemon juice if needed.
- 5
Transfer to a bowl and serve warm or chilled.
Tools you’ll need
- medium pot with lid
- wooden spoon
- potato masher or fork
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