Learn all the secrets for How to Make Applesauce. Can it, freeze it — leave it unsweetened, or add in some extras to sweeten things up. You’ll only need one recipe to teach you everything you need to know!
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What kind of apples are best for making applesauce?
The best applesauce comes from a mixture of multiple types of apples, rather than just relying on one kind of apple. The best apples to use in that mixture are McIntosh, Golden Delicious, Granny Smith, Fuji, and Jonathan apples.
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Can you freeze fresh applesauce?
Applesauce freezes perfectly! To freeze homemade applesauce, wait until it has cooled completely and then put into quart or gallon sized freezer bags. Put the applesauce in the freezer and store it for up to 2 months. Do not refreeze the applesauce once you have thawed it.
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How long is applesauce good in the fridge?
If you keep your applesauce refrigerated and in an airtight container it can last up to 2 weeks. That being said it is always better to be safe than sorry, so if you think your applesauce has been left out too long are has gone bad in the fridge, throw it out.
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Can I can this applesauce for long term storage?
Yes you can. This recipe can be canned in a water canning bath. Be sure to follow proper canning procedures.
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Can I make applesauce in a slow cooker or Instant Pot?
Yes! Instead of placing the apples into a saucepan on the stove, simply place the apples (along with the water, lemon juice, and cinnamon stick) into either a slow cooker or an Instant Pot. For the slow cooker, cook on high for 3 to 4 hours. For the Instant Pot, you’ll need 10 minutes of high pressure.
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Fantastic. Did no add anything sugars just cinnamon. Such an easy recipe. Thank you so much. Could you add some suggestions about the storage and or canning process you recommend.
Thank you!🩵
Delicious recipe, especially with some additions. I added shredded coconut — and wow! So much better than regular applesauce.It tasted like a gourmet dessert. I added: cinnamon, lemon juice, a dab of butter, vanilla extract, and shredded coconut. No additional sugar – the coconut flakes added a lot of sweetness. I invited two neighbors over and we ate it warm. I used 1/2 of a 5 pound bag of jona gold apples (great choice especially because they didn’t brown when I was peeling and cutting) so halved the recipe. I may also have added a little extra water. I read somewhere to leave the cover on, and take the applesauce off the burner for 15 minutes when done, to let it sit and absorb any additional water, and that made it perfect. I find myself wondering what it would taste like with a little bit of vanilla ice cream…..
I made this today with 2 pink lady apples, scaled the recipe down, and left out the cinnamon stick. To sweeten, I drizzled a little maple syrup in the food processor when I blended the apples. It turned out delicious!
I made this following the recipe and it came out great. I added the optional ingredients to make more of a dessert. I used a pressure cooker and a stick blender. Adding a cinnamon stick gave it a nice flavor and aroma.
I’m surprised no one has suggested cooking the apples in the microwave. I add about a cup of water to the apples, cover the bowl, and in 10-15 minutes (depends on type of apple) I have great sauce.
I have never used a recipe when making apple sauce before. It is so simple. Is one even needed? Well, it has been a few years since the last time I made it so thought I would look it up for a quick review before I started just to make sure I remembered what to do. Intrigued by the addition of butter, I just had to try this. Best, creamiest apple sauce ever. Definitely a step above.
Instead of using water i used apple cider and it was delicious! Thank you
Thanks for the great, simple, flexible and delicious recipe for applesauce. Lockdown in Shanghai with apples that were starting to go when I got them and I couldn’t bear to waste, still turned out to be great applesauce.
How long do you water bath? 15 minutes?
I have been making applesauce for years, my way is my mother’s way, peel, add some previously made applesauce, cook until apples are completely soft, stain threw my old cone shape strainer then add cinnamon, freeze in small plastic containers. Grandson loves grandpa’s applesauce.
I have many of your recipes saved. Btw I’m 87.
Pleasing indeed keep it up