• Home
  • Categories
    • Fashion
    • Beauty
    • Food & Drink
    • Lifestyle
    • Blogging Tips
    • Travel
  • About
  • LiketoKnow.it
  • Contact
    • Bloglovin
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube

Something About That

Stay up to date with our latest posts!

Easy Homemade Applesauce

in Food & Drink on 01/27/16

easy-homemade-applesauce

Easy homemade applesauce recipe - this is a perfect fall dessert or snack.

There’s no denying that we all love comfort food, especially during the winter months.

 The other night, I went out for dinner with a friend of mine, and we both agreed that were craving something “good.” We settled on a nice Italian restaurant, so we could load up on the carbs.

We both watch what we eat most of the time (and yes, I’m eating salad as I type this)…but as they say, everything in moderation. I think it’s so important to indulge in comfort food every once in a while, simply because of the joy it brings. Do I eat a big bowl of pasta, fried calamari, bread and wine in one sitting often? No, of course not…but once in a while? Yes.

BUT. Not every comfort food is “bad” for you, especially if you lump dessert into that category. One of my favourite homemade desserts is quite healthy, but I still consider it a treat because it’s homemade, full of rich, warm spices and tastes infinitely better it’s store-bought cousin.

I’m talking about homemade applesauce, which is also very easy to prepare! The hardest part of making this recipe is that peeling apples can get a little bit tedious, but I promise that it’s worth the struggle.

easy-homemade-applesauce

easy-homemade-applesauce

easy-homemade-applesauce

easy-homemade-applesauce

Easy Homemade Applesauce

easy-homemade-applesauce

easy-homemade-applesauce

Remember that the details below are to be used as a guideline. You won’t “screw up” if you don’t have the exact number of apples, and you can sweeten/spice to your taste. It’s kind of like what I did with this recipe back in the fall.

INGREDIENTS:
6-8 medium-sized apples
1/4 cup of water
3-4 tbsp sugar (or any sweetener your prefer)
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg

DIRECTIONS:
Peel and core the apples, cutting them into small cubes (around 1/2″ or so).
Combine all of the ingredients in a large saucepan on medium-high heat. Bring everything to a boil, and then reduce the heat to a simmer.
Continue cooking for about 20-25 minutes, or until the apples reach your preferred tenderness. I like my applesauce a little bit chunky, but if you like it more smooth, you can cook it longer, or even use a hand blender to break it down a little bit.
Serve warm, or put it in the fridge and eat it chilled!

Have you ever tried homemade applesauce? If not, I really hope you try making some this weekend! 

Related Posts

  • Roasted Tomatoes with Pasta and ShrimpRoasted Tomatoes with Pasta and Shrimp
  • easy fruit nachoseasy fruit nachos
  • Create Your Bowl With OLD EL PASO Tortilla BowlsCreate Your Bowl With OLD EL PASO Tortilla Bowls

15 Comments

« My HOME Apparel
Friday Faves – Pretty in Pink »

Comments

  1. Oh to Be a Muse says

    2016-01-27 at 1:18 PM

    I wish I could just live on comfort food all the time. The finished product of the applesauce looks fantastic and yummy.

    Reply
  2. Inma Rocamora says

    2016-01-27 at 1:46 PM

    Great recipe! thanks for sharing!
    Have a nice week! .)
    If you want we can follow us each other !

    NaturalElegance Fashion blog
    Bloglovin

    Reply
  3. darcy says

    2016-01-27 at 3:22 PM

    This looks AMAZING! I love apples and seriously would love this as a new variety to have!
    http://www.amemoryofus.com

    Reply
  4. Alecz says

    2016-01-27 at 5:11 PM

    This looks so delicious! I’m such a fan of applesauce that isn’t over blended and mushy.

    https://forsevenseasons.wordpress.com

    Reply
    • Jackie says

      2016-01-28 at 9:06 PM

      I hope you give it a try, since it’s so simple!

      Reply
  5. Sara Strauss says

    2016-01-27 at 7:23 PM

    I’m pretty sure there’s nothing better in the whole world than homemade apple sauce! My grandma used to make homemade apple sauce (that was a pretty pink color!) all of the time and I miss it so much! Is it horrible that I never thought to make my own before reading this? I totally should!
    ~Sara

    Reply
    • Jackie says

      2016-01-28 at 9:06 PM

      It’s not horrible! I’m sure it won’t taste as good as your Grandma’s, but maybe it’s a close second 🙂

      Reply
  6. head to toe chic says

    2016-01-27 at 9:17 PM

    That looks sooo good! I could go for some right now!

    xo,
    Angela

    Reply
  7. Lisa Favre says

    2016-01-28 at 6:45 AM

    Really? It’s that simple?! Looks delicious… I love how fresh this is, definitely a WAY better alternative to store-bought mush.

    Reply
    • Jackie says

      2016-01-28 at 9:05 PM

      Yes! I almost feel like I can’t even call this a “recipe,” it’s so simple. I hope you give it a try!

      Reply
  8. Ivete says

    2016-01-28 at 10:41 AM

    This looks so yummy and comforting. And the fact that it’s got all natural ingredients makes it even better!

    http://www.girlinahotcity.com

    Reply
    • Jackie says

      2016-01-28 at 9:01 PM

      Homemade is always better, since you never have to question the integrity of what you’re eating!

      Reply
  9. Rach says

    2016-01-28 at 1:00 PM

    Oh my this looks delicious! It’s been awhile since I had homemade apple sauce and this makes me wants some!

    http://www.rdsobsessions.com

    Reply
    • Jackie says

      2016-01-28 at 9:01 PM

      If you have apples on hand…you should make some ASAP! 😉

      Reply
  10. Emily @ Robust Recipes says

    2016-02-17 at 10:08 PM

    Love homemade applesauce, especially the chunky kind! 🙂 looks tasty!

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Welcome!

Toronto Fashion and Lifestyle Blogger - Jackie Goldhar
Hi, I'm Jackie! I'm a Toronto based fashion, beauty and lifestyle blogger. My goal is to inspire other like-minded women live a more beautiful life. Read More…

Never Miss a Post!

Popular Posts

  • Soft water hair problems and how to solve them with the LUSH Seanik Shampoo Bar Soft Water and How It Impacts Your Hair (+ A Solution)
  • How To Clean Hunter Boots
  • An example of a flat lay photo that was shared on Toronto Instagrammer Jackie - @jackmise Up Your Instagram Game: 10 Instagram Flat Lay Photography Tips
  • Toronto lifestyle, fashion and beauty blogger, Jackie Goldhar, is sharing her review of the new maybelline superstay matte ink liquid lipstick The Best Liquid Lipstick I’ve EVER Tried
  • The Face Shop White Jewel Peeling Review The Face Shop White Jewel Peeling

From the Archives

Find me on Instagram @jackmise

When you open your camera and it’s on selfie mod When you open your camera and it’s on selfie mode 😂
#helpawsalumni #currentview #boopthesnoot #winterwhites
2020 has without a doubt been a year we will all r 2020 has without a doubt been a year we will all remember. It’s been a big rollercoaster, but there’s no one else I’d rather ride it with than @woodley.matt 🥰

We’ve endured so.many.challenges this year...but we’ve also had some of the best and most exciting moments of our lives this year.

I still can’t believe we bought a house, got engaged AND got a puppy this year (all within a month)! 🤯

Nobody knows what 2021 will bring, but what we do know is, it will start the same way 2020 ended: at home.

I also know we will finally be finishing and moving into our new home in early 2021, and I CANNOT WAIT!! As for wedding plans...ehh, it’s a little tricky to plan these days, so we’ll cross that bridge a little later 😜 

Wishing you all a safe and happy new year at home! 🥳 (which I’m totally okay with - I’m a 👵🏻 anyways)

 #happynewyear2021 #yearinreview #enjoythemoment
Now that these have been gifted, I can share these Now that these have been gifted, I can share these! 

I picked up knitting needles for the first time in 10+ years (maybe more?!) at the start of the pandemic. I bought a DIY unicorn kit and it took me months before I got around to finishing it. Still, I enjoyed it. 

So, this year, I thought it would be fun to knit up a few gifts for Christmas presents. 

My next project? I’m going to attempt to knit myself a cardigan. 🤭😲🤗 

#handmadegifts #toque #knittersofinstagram #knittinglove #covidhobbies
Christmas 2020 - like many things this year, not “normal,” but we made plenty of memories. 

We had a low-key Christmas morning, filled with Bailey’s coffee, Miller snuggles (and weird facial expressions) and cinnamon buns. We finished off the day with a Jewish Christmas dinner: Chinese take out!

#happyholidays2020 #christmas2020 #cozyandwarm
2020 is the year of the handwritten, handmade card 2020 is the year of the handwritten, handmade card - at least, at my house! Actually, it’s more than cards being handmade these days 😌

I’m finishing up the last of the gifting projects and then it’s onto baking cookies! 💁🏼‍♀️

I *think* I know what I’ll be baking...but I’m having a tough time committing 🤪

#handmadecards #handmadewithlove #handmadebyjackie #holidaycards #thelittlethings #itsinthedetails  #mixedmedia #watercolour #floraldesign
My cute little DIY project is complete! 🥰 I lo My cute little DIY project is complete! 🥰

I love how these little toques (aka: beanies) turned out. I also had a couple extras in a different yarn, so I added string and threw them on the tree!

#tiktokmademedoit #diydecoration #toque #holidaydiy
I just love this photo of the three of us - squint I just love this photo of the three of us - squinty faces, weird angle, and all! 🥰
These flowers were too pretty not to post to the f These flowers were too pretty not to post to the feed! I decided to play it old school with a classic product shot 😏

BY THE WAY...I did that foot mask the other night and I’m eagerly awaiting what promises to be some satisfying results. #ifyouknowyouknow 😬
It’s impossible NOT to laugh at a dog in a costu It’s impossible NOT to laugh at a dog in a costume with wiggly arms and a hat. 
Seriously.

@its.miller.potcake.time rocked his lederhosen and fancy chapeau!

(I know these photos are basically the same, but I couldn’t choose if I preferred Silly 🤪 or Serious 🧐)

#helpaws #helpawsalumni #halloween2020 #rescuepup #potcakesofinstagram #costumeideas #dogcostume
Happy thanksgiving!! 🍂🍁 Even though it hasn Happy thanksgiving!! 🍂🍁

Even though it hasn’t been a “normal” Thanksgiving weekend, there is so much to be thankful for. 

One (very) small thing I’m thankful for is that I took Matt’s advice on forgoing my usual butter-only pie crust recipe for one that includes shortening. I used the pumpkin pie recipe from @sallysbakeblog - including the mix of shortening and butter in the crust. I think it was my best pumpkin pie yet! 
(The Turkey was fantastic too of course 😏)

#thanksgiving #canadianthanksgiving #thankful🙏 #sallysbakingaddiction #pumpkinpie #homemadewithlove
Follow on Instagram
Copyright 2018 - Something About That