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    Home » Recipes » Puddings & Sauces

    Homemade Chunky Applesauce

    Published: Nov 19, 2021 · Modified: Nov 19, 2021 by Kayla · This post may contain affiliate links · 2 Comments

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    What's your go-to recipe when you have an overload of apples to use up?! I look forward to collecting apples in the fall just so I can make this easy Homemade Chunky Applesauce! It's the most delicious way to use up those apples you picked at the orchard! All you have to do is peel and chop 10 apples, cook them in a pot with some sugar and cinnamon and then it's ready to devour - hot or cold!

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    Hands holding homemade chunky applesauce

    Fall and the holidays mean pie season, which means apple pie is in full force! However, if you want to save some time and make something easier and (in my opinion) just as delicious, this chunky applesauce recipe is the way to go! It's perfect for snacking, serving with dinner or as a dessert. If you do go the pie route and need help perfecting your lattice, check out my Spiced Blueberry Pie recipe for some tips.

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    Ingredients

    Homemade chunky applesauce ingredients labeled
    • Apples
    • Light brown sugar
    • Cinnamon sticks or ground cinnamon
    • Water

    See recipe card below for quantities.

    Equipment

    The only special equipment you'll need to make this recipe are a large pot with a lid and something to peel and chop the apples. I use a regular old peeler and knife, but if you have a corer and peeler that will work too! The chunks just may not be as large if you use the built in blade to slice them.

    Step by Step Instructions

    Step by step instructions showing how to make applesauce

    STEP ONE (Picture 1 above) - Wash, peel and chop the apples into ½ inch cubes.

    STEP TWO (Picture 2 above) - Add the diced apples into a large pot with the water, brown sugar and cinnamon.

    STEP THREE (Picture 3 above) - Cook the ingredients over medium/low heat while covered for about 15 minutes and then remove the lid and continue cooking until they reach your desired consistency. Be sure to give them a stir every 10 minutes or so.

    TIP: Start with a lesser amount of sugar and cinnamon and add more to taste as it cooks down into sauce!

    Substitutions & Variations

    This homemade applesauce recipe only uses 3 ingredients and has not been tested with any substitutions. If you do replace any ingredients, please let us know how they turned out in the comments below!

    If you prefer creamy applesauce, feel free to pulse it in a food processor after it cooks down and softens!

    Storage

    Let the applesauce cool completely before storing leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Enjoy within 1 week.

    You can also freeze the applesauce after it's cooled for up to 6 months!

    FAQ

    What kind of apples should I use?

    For more flavor and textures, I recommend using a variety of apples. I like grabbing some Ida Red, Jonathan, McIntosh, Granny Smith, and Honeycrisp apples from the orchard and using a few of each!

    How should I serve this?

    This applesauce makes a delicious snack, side dish and dessert! Serve warm or cold - whichever you prefer.

    Homemade chunky applesauce in a ramekin

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    Homemade Chunky Applesauce

    Broken Oven Baking Company
    This chunky applesauce is the best way to use up your apples in the fall! Once it's gone, you'll be running back to the orchard to make more!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 1 hr
    Total Time 1 hr 20 mins
    Course Dessert, Side Dish, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 cups
    Calories 351 kcal

    Equipment

    • Large pot with lid
    • Peeler
    • Knife
    • Cutting board
    • Measuring Cups or Scale

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 10 apples washed, peeled and chopped
    • ¼ cup water
    • ½-¾ cup* light brown sugar
    • 1 cinnamon stick optional (ground cinnamon works too)

    Instructions
     

    • Wash, peel, and chop 10 apples into 1" pieces. I like to use a variety of apples so their flavors and textures mix.
    • Put the apples and cinnamon stick into a large pot. Sprinkle the water and brown sugar* over the top and stir with a wooden spoon to combine.
    • With your burner on medium/low heat, cook the apples for 15 minutes with the lid on. Remove the lid and cook for another 45-75 minutes, stirring frequently.
      If you prefer your applesauce to be softer/harder, cook for more/less time.

    Notes

    *Less brown sugar for a tarter applesauce/more for sweeter (I use about ½ cup+2 Tbsp). Start with less and add more until you achieve your preferred sweetness. It may vary depending on which apples you use!
    Let applesauce cool completely before storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. It can also be stored in the freezer for up to 6 months.
    The provided nutrition information is an estimate, the calorie accuracy is not guaranteed.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 351kcalCarbohydrates: 93gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 14mgPotassium: 530mgFiber: 11gSugar: 76gVitamin A: 248IUVitamin C: 21mgCalcium: 61mgIron: 1mg
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    1. Krystian says

      December 07, 2021 at 7:58 pm

      5 stars
      I love what the cinnamon does in this recipe! The texture is perfect. I like my applesauce on the chunkier side and I was super impressed with this recipe!

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      • Kayla says

        December 15, 2021 at 7:51 am

        A little bit of cinnamon really helps enhance the flavor! I'm glad you also like it chunky!

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