Best 6 Old Fashioned Applesauce Recipes
Applesauce, a delectable and versatile culinary creation, has captured the hearts and taste buds of people across generations. This timeless dish, often associated with comfort and nostalgia, is crafted from the humble apple, transformed into a smooth, velvety puree that bursts with natural sweetness and a symphony of flavors. Whether enjoyed as a standalone treat, a complement to hearty meals, or an essential ingredient in baked delights, applesauce's versatility knows no bounds. This article presents a collection of cherished applesauce recipes, each offering unique twists and culinary adventures. From the classic stovetop method to the convenience of a slow cooker or the magic of an Instant Pot, these recipes cater to diverse preferences and cooking styles. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the secrets of creating exceptional applesauce, unlocking a world of taste and culinary possibilities.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
OLD FASHIONED APPLESAUCE SPICE CAKE
Savor the warm feelings of comfort and contentment from this Old Fashioned Applesauce Spice Cake, a long-time favorite recipe. Bake a slice of nice today.
Provided by Duncan Hines(R) Canada
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Duncan Hines® Canada
Time 1h30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour 13x9-inch pan.
- Combine cake mix, eggs, applesauce and oil in large bowl. Beat at medium speed with electric mixer for 2 minutes. Stir in nuts. Pour into bake pan.
- Bake at 350 degrees F for 40 minutes or until toothpick inserted into center comes out clean. Cool in pan 15 minutes. Invert onto cooling rack. Turn right-side up. Cool completely.
- For frosting, combine frosting and cinnamon; stir until blended. Spread over cooled cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 468.1 calories, Carbohydrate 63 g, Cholesterol 46.5 mg, Fat 23.8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 362.7 mg, Sugar 21.9 g
OLD-FASHIONED APPLESAUCE
We had all kinds of apple trees in the yard when I was growing up, so I don't know for sure which ones Mother liked best for applesauce. (Today I use Cortlands.) I do know that her applesauce was very white. The secret, she said, was to keep the apples in salt water while she peeled them so that they wouldn't darken. -Doris Natvig, Jesup, Iowa
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 30m
Yield 6 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Peel, core and quarter the apples. In a Dutch oven, bring apples, water and cinnamon to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 10-15 minutes or until apples are tender. Remove from the heat. Add sugar to taste and stir until dissolved. If you used a cinnamon stick, remove and discard. Mash apples with a potato masher until desired texture is reached. Serve warm or chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 122 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 0 sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 0 protein.
OLD FASHIONED APPLESAUCE SPICE CAKE
I found this recipe on a Duncan Hines spice cake mix box. It was easy to make. It was not too sweet, but sweet enough! I used chunky applesauce & I did not frost the cake -- I just sprinkled it with cinnamon sugar, but the frosting sounds good too.
Provided by BandJsGranny
Categories Dessert
Time 55m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350.
- Grease & flour a 13 X 9 pan.
- Combine cake mix, eggs, applesauce, and oil in a large bowl.
- Beat at medium speed with an electric mixer for 2 minutes.
- Stir in nuts.
- Pour into pan.
- Bake at 350 for 40 minutes or until toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 15 minutes.
- Invert onto cooling rack, then turn right side up.
- Cool completely.
- For frosting:.
- Combine vanilla frosting and cinnamon.
- Stir until well blended.
- Spread over cooled cake.
- ENJOY!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 503.9, Fat 25.2, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 52.9, Sodium 450.3, Carbohydrate 65.7, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 44.3, Protein 5.5
OLD FASHIONED APPLESAUCE CAKE
I like it how it doesn't "cheat" by using a packaged cake mix. This recipe is from "Simply Delicious"- A cookbook comprised of Herberger's Employee Family Recipes.
Provided by BeccaB3c
Categories Dessert
Time 1h20m
Yield 16-20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Cream shortening, sugar, and eggs; add applesauce and mix well.
- Stir dry ingredients into mixture, alternating with water.
- Blend fruit and nuts into batter.
- Pour into greased and floured 9"x13" pan.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 55 to 60 minutes.
- Cool in pan and frost.
- Make frosting: Combine brown sugar, 1/4 cup milk and 3 tablespoons butter in top of double boiler.
- Cook rapidly for about 3 minutes, stirring.
- Cool to luke warm and add 1 teaspoon vanilla.
- Beat in confectioner's sugar to right consistency.
OLD FASHIONED HOMEMADE APPLESAUCE CAKE.
If you make your own homemade applesauce than this is the cake recipe for you. Using store-bought just will not work ( I tried, very dry and hard result). But with the homemade this is a very moist, delicous and versatile cake, I have served it plain sans icing, iced it with my grandmothers butterscotch icing or vanilla or cream cheese icings, all with rave reviews. So if you've got a couple cups of left over applesauce give it a try!
Provided by Old widow
Categories Dessert
Time 1h30m
Yield 1 cake, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Grease and flour bundt pan. Set aside. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- With electric mixer combine shortening and sugar, add applesauce and raisins. ( Yes, use the beater to beat in the raisins.) Add the dry ingredients mixing well until all ingredients are well incorporated. Pour into prepared pan.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour or until toothpick comes out clean.
- Remove from oven and cool in pan 10 minutes. Remove from pan and cool on wire rack until completely cool, ice as desired.
OLD-FASHIONED APPLESAUCE CAKE
I have used this recipe for many a years...The kids loved this because they could grab it and go...by the slice...at times I would make my raisin lemon sauce for it too like I do for my gingerbread recipe...I serve the sauce hot on the cake...This is a fabulous recipe I found in one of my old readers digest cookbooks....
Provided by JoSele Swopes
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350*...Spray cake pan with cooking oil and flour pan lightly...Oblong cake pan
- 2. Sift flour with baking soda and baking powder, salt and spices then set aside...Mix milk, vanilla, and applesauce...set aside...Cream butter till light, add sugar gradually, cream till fluffy....add eggs beaten, beat mixture for 1 minute...
- 3. Add dry ingredients alternating with applesauce mixture, begin with dry and end with dry, adding 1/3 of the total at a time...Beat till smooth...Mix in nuts... Spoon into cake pan, bake for 35 minutes or till springy...serve warm or cooled...with or without sauce or frosting...
Tips:
- Choose the right apples: For the best applesauce, use a variety of apples that are firm and tart, such as Granny Smith, Braeburn, or Honeycrisp.
- Peel and core the apples: Peeling the apples will help to remove any unwanted blemishes or bruises, and coring them will remove the seeds and stem.
- Use a food processor or blender: A food processor or blender will make quick work of pureeing the apples.
- Add sugar or spices to taste: If you like your applesauce sweet, add sugar to taste. You can also add spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger for a more flavorful applesauce.
- Cook the applesauce until it reaches your desired consistency: The longer you cook the applesauce, the thicker it will become. If you like your applesauce chunky, cook it for a shorter amount of time. If you like it smooth, cook it for longer.
Conclusion:
Old-fashioned applesauce is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It can be served as a side dish, a snack, or even a dessert. It can also be used as an ingredient in other dishes, such as pies, cakes, and muffins. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this old-fashioned applesauce recipe is a great way to enjoy the flavors of the fall season.
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