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Small Batch Applesauce

It's so easy to make a small batch of homemade applesauce. This recipe includes brown sugar and cinnamon but you can skip those if you'd like. 

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 2 people

Ingredients

  • water
  • 4-5 large apples
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar see note
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon see note

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Apples

    Add 1-inch of water to a small saucepan. Peel, core, and cut apples in cubes, about 1-inch. Place apples into the pan.

  2. Cook

    Heat over medium heat until the water begins to bubble. Stir. Add sugar and cinnamon, if using. Stir to combine.

  3. Reduce heat to low. Stir applesauce every five minutes or so. If the pan seems dry, add additional water.
  4. Mash

    When apples are tender, mash with a potato masher. Spoon applesauce into a small jar. Enjoy warm or store in the refrigerator for up to five days.

Recipe Notes

Sugar

Add as much or as little brown sugar as you'd like to the applesauce. I never use more than a tablespoon but the amount used is totally up to you.