Ingredients for Holiday Applesauce
- 6 pounds apples
- Lemon
- Vanilla Bean
- Cinnamon Stick
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Ground Allspice
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- Kosher Salt
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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How to Make Holiday Applesauce
- Peel, core, and chop 6 pounds of apples (a mix of Gala and Fuji recommended).
- In a large 6-quart saucepan, combine the chopped apples, 1 cup of apple cider, 1/2 cup of brown sugar, 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg, and a pinch of ground cloves.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the apples begin to soften.
- Uncover and continue to cook for 1-1 1/2 hours, or until the applesauce has reduced by about one-third, becoming thick and amber-colored. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract.
- Taste and adjust sweetness as needed. Serve warm or cold.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
5 g
Sugar
324g
Fat
0g
Carbs
31g
