Can I Use Different Apples?

Yes! Any apple will work for this recipe depending on your taste. If you like a sweeter apple choose a honey crisp or red delicious. If you like a tarter apple then go for a Macintosh.

Can I Use a sweetener Besides Brown Sugar?

Yes! Any sugar will work for this recipe. If you are using a sugar replacement, check the conversation chart on the replacement package to get the correct sweetness level. You can also use maple syrup, honey or agave nectar. Or leave it out altogether if your apples are sweet enough.

How To Make Applesauce In The Slow Cooker

Decrase water to 1/2 cup. Peel, core, and slice your apples. (No need to run them through the food processor at this point.) Add all the ingredients to the slow cooker. Cover and cook on the HIGH setting for 4 hours, stirring twice during cooking. Purée the applesauce with a food processor or immersion blender if you prefer a smoother texture.

How To Store Applesauce

Your simple homemade applesauce will store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. (Unless you eat it all first!)

Can I Can This Applesauce Recipe?

Yes, you can! I have a great post on Canning Apple Butter and the instructions would be the same for applesauce.

How to Make the BEST Homemade Applesauce in the Instant Pot

Description

This recipe is so easy to make and better than any store-bought applesauce. The flavors of brown sugar, cinnamon, and a hint of nutmeg make for great applesauce any time of year.

Ingredients

Scale

1.5 Pounds of apples (granny smith, fuji, honey crisp, or a combination)
½ Cup water
1 Tablespoon light brown sugar
½ Teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 Teaspoon salt
1/8 Teaspoon nutmeg

Instructions

Take the apples and peel and core them. Cut into small pieces and add to a food processor or blender.
Add the spices, sugar, and water and blend on high for 30-60 seconds (more or less depending on the consistency you desire) If you desire a thicker or chunkier applesauce blend for less time and for a smoother consistency blend longer.
Place in the In Instant Pot and close and seal the lid and cook on high temp/pressure for 5 minutes. Let the pressure release naturally which takes about 10 minutes.
Remove from the pot and let cool in a container. Place in the refrigerator and serve when ready. (Some people like their applesauce cold and some prefer it warmer. This is ready to eat at any stage in the process)

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/2 cup