Almost Unsweetened Applesauce Homemade Recipe

Ingredients for Almost Unsweetened Applesauce Homemade

• 4 pounds apples (about 6-8 medium), peeled, cored, and chopped
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar (or to taste, or substitute with Splenda)
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Ground Cloves

How to Make Almost Unsweetened Applesauce Homemade

1. Peel, core, and chop 4 pounds of apples (about 6-8 medium apples).
2. Place the chopped apples in a large saucepan along with 1/2 cup of water.
3. Cover the saucepan and bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples are tender.
5. Stir in 1/4 cup granulated sugar (or to taste), 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves.
6. Continue to cook, uncovered, for another 5-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sugar is completely dissolved and the applesauce has reached your desired consistency.
7. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving warm or transferring to airtight containers for refrigeration or freezing.