There are some things that kids do NOT eat.
Applesauce was one of those things I just wouldn’t eat. Ā The texture was strange and I would have rather had a fresh apple. Ā But then I began exploring lower fat alternatives for baking and applesauce is a great stand in for oil in a few recipes (see my yummy applesauce oatmeal cranberry cookies!) Ā I wanted to call out the recipe individually because my husband loves the applesauce on its own. Ā It is also wonderfully fragrant and so much tastier when it is homemade. Ā I’m going to use it tomorrow with some cake mix for easy cupcakes – I think it will be a hit!
Applesauce
Ingredients
- 4 peeled, cored Fuji apples cut into thick slices (I usually do quarters and trim the edges)
- zest strips from 1/2 lemon or 1/4 mandarin
- 1/2 cup to 3/4 cup waterĀ
Servings
About 2 cups
Preparation
1. Ā Combine all ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
2. Bring heat to a simmer and cover. Ā Cook for 40 minutes or until tender.
3. Blend or mash apples with a spatula and enjoy!
looks good!
xo
MOSAMUSE
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Store bought applesauce can not even compare to homemade. It’s just so good, you could devour it in a second!
I’ve never really been a fan of applesauce because I find the texture off putting but I should give it another chance.
Rowena @ rolala loves
Yum! I love homemade applesauce, too!
I’m always eating applesauce. It’s so good for you. Yummm!
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This looks delicious! I can’t wait to try it.
xo Mary Jo
OOhhh– I never thought of adding mandarin to my applesauce! After having my daughter I made all of her food myself initially, and now, even though she eats more adult food, I still make applesauce regularly. This will be a nice addition to it!
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