Baked applesauce with thyme is a classic fall dessert that is easy to make and bursting with flavor. This simple dish is made with fresh apples, sugar, and spices, and is then baked until the apples are tender and the sauce is thick and bubbly. The addition of fresh thyme adds a unique and aromatic touch to the applesauce, making it a truly special treat.
The recipe for baked applesauce with thyme is included in this article, along with several other variations on the classic dish. Be sure to try the recipe for baked applesauce with cranberries and orange zest. For a more savory take on applesauce, try the recipe for baked applesauce with bacon and cheddar cheese. And if you are looking for a vegan option, the recipe for baked applesauce with maple syrup and walnuts is a great choice.
No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy this delicious and versatile dish. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, or use it as a topping for pancakes, waffles, or yogurt. You can also can the applesauce and store it for later use.
CHUNKY HOMEMADE APPLESAUCE
This baked homemade applesauce is rich, tart and sweet -- almost like apple pie filling -- and a world apart from store-bought.
Provided by Jennifer Segal
Categories Breakfast & Brunch
Time 1h
Yield About 4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Place the apples in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Scatter the brown sugar and chunks of butter evenly over top. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, tossing once halfway through, until the apples are very tender.
- Mash the apples with a potato masher or fork. Taste; if the applesauce is too tart, add more brown sugar little by little until the flavors are balanced. (Note that no two batches will ever be the same; the flavor will depend on the tartness of the apples you use.)
- Make-Ahead/Freezer-Friendly Instructions: The applesauce can be made up to 3 days ahead and refrigerated or frozen in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1/2 cup, Calories 196, Fat 5g, Carbohydrate 42g, Protein 1g, SaturatedFat 3g, Sugar 34g, Fiber 5g, Sodium 6mg, Cholesterol 11mg
BAKED APPLESAUCE
ONCE YOU TASTE this applesauce, you won't want the tore-bought variety anymore. Baking the apples locks in their delicious flavor! This recipe can easily be adjusted for any amount of servings. -Mary Mootz Cincinnati, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Snacks
Time 45m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place apples in a greased 1-qt. baking dish. In a small bowl, combine the sugar, cinnamon and vanilla. Sprinkle over apples. , Cover and bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until apples are tender. Uncover and mash with a fork. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 161 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 0 sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 0 protein.
BAREFOOT CONTESSA'S OVEN BAKED HOMEMADE APPLESAUCE
Boy, this recipe takes all the work out of making applesauce. I saw Ina Garten make this on one of her shows and knew I definitely would have to try it. Use whatever apple combinations you want.
Provided by Irish Rose
Categories Sauces
Time 16m
Yield 2 1/2 quarts, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Place the zest and juice of the oranges and lemon in a large bowl. Peel, quarter and core the apples (reserving the peel of 2 of the red apples) and toss them in the juice.
- Pour the apples, reserved apple peel and juice into a nonreactive Dutch oven or enameled iron pot.
- Add the brown sugar, butter, cinnamon and allspice and cover the pot. Bake for 1 hour or until all the apples are soft.
- Remove and discard the red apple peel. Mix with a whisk until smooth and serve warm or at room temperature.
THYME SAVORS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 35m
Yield 12 muffins
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners; set aside. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the leeks and celery and cook, stirring, until wilted, about 5 minutes. Add the parsley, thyme, walnuts and raisins; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until the vegetables are tender, about 5 more minutes; set aside to cool.
- Whisk the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl. Whisk in the milk, sour cream and egg until combined. Stir in all but 1/2 cup of the cooled vegetable mixture. Divide the batter among the prepared muffin cups, filling each almost to the top. Sprinkle the reserved vegetable mixture on top. Bake until the muffins bounce back when pressed, about 15 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes in the pan, then remove to a rack to cool completely.
GRANDMA'S APPLESAUCE CAKE
This moist applesauce cake recipe is a treasured heirloom passed down from my Grandma Stuit, who cooked for a family of 13 during the Depression. At reunions, it's the first dessert gone...including the crumbs! -Joanie Jager, Lynden, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place raisins and hot water in a small bowl; set aside. , In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Combine the flour, baking soda, salt and spices; add to creamed mixture alternately with applesauce and water. Drain raisins; fold into batter with the walnuts. , Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 300° for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Place pan on a wire rack. Dust with confectioners' sugar if desired. Serve warm or cold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 237mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
THYME-BAKED APPLE SLICES
My children love this healthy apple side dish along with chicken fingers for lunch. It's also a wonderful alternative to potatoes when serving meat. My family even asks for seconds!-Constance Henry, Hibbing, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place cider in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced to 2/3 cup, 18-20 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in butter., Peel and cut each apple into eight wedges. In a large bowl, toss apples with 1/4 cup of the reduced cider and 3 teaspoons thyme. Transfer to a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake 10 minutes., Drizzle with remaining reduced cider. Bake until tender, 12-15 minutes longer. Sprinkle with remaining thyme.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 264 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 78mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
Tips:
- Choose firm, tart apples for baking, such as Granny Smith, Braeburn, or Honeycrisp.
- Peel and core the apples before baking to reduce the cooking time and make it easier to eat.
- Use a variety of spices to flavor the applesauce, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
- Add a sweetener to the applesauce, such as honey, maple syrup, or sugar, to taste.
- Top the applesauce with a crumble topping, such as oats, flour, butter, and brown sugar, for a crunchy texture.
- Bake the applesauce at a low temperature for a long time to allow the flavors to develop and the apples to soften.
- Serve the applesauce warm or cold, with or without whipped cream, ice cream, or yogurt.
Conclusion:
Baked applesauce is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is a good source of fiber and vitamins, and it can be made with a variety of different ingredients to suit your taste. Whether you like it simple or spiced, chunky or smooth, baked applesauce is a classic dish that is sure to please everyone at your table.
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