DATE-SWEETENED HOMEMADE APPLESAUCE
This homemade applesauce boasts an unusual ingredient in place of traditional sugar - pureed dates! Dates give it a warm, almost caramelly sweetness that I'm completely in love with. You can use any apple, but I recommend honeycrisps. They make a delicious applesauce.
Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty
Time 1h15m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Add peeled, cored, and chopped apples to a large pot (I use a 7-1/4 quart Dutch oven) along with the cinnamon sticks and lemon peel. Add 1 1/2 cups water.
- Place on the stove over medium-high heat, bring to a boil, and reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook until the apples are tender, about 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, place the pitted dates and 1/2 cup water in the pitcher of a high-speed blender. Puree until completely smooth, adding additional water if needed to keep things going.
- If, after the 20 minutes, the apples are tender enough to mash with a potato masher, go ahead and mash them as much as possible. Otherwise, cover them back up and give them a bit more time to cook.
- Once the apples are mashed and stirrable, add the pureed dates. Stir until combined. Taste and add more sweetener if desired (see notes). Continue simmering until applesauce is the thickness you'd like. I cook it for just a few more minutes and it's usually perfect.
- Remove the lemon peel and cinnamon sticks and discard.
- If you want completely smooth applesauce, let it cool and then puree in batches in the blender.
- Store in airtight jars in the refrigerator. With a batch this big, I usually like to freeze some in jars or freezer bags to enjoy later on.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /2 cup, Calories 97 kcal, Sugar 21 g, Carbohydrate 27 g, Fiber 5 g
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Bipana Sunar
[email protected]This applesauce is a great way to use up leftover apples. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their fruits. My kids love this applesauce! They love the sweet flavor and the smooth texture. I love that it's a healthy snack that I can feel go
Abee S. Bah
[email protected]This applesauce is the perfect fall treat. It's warm and comforting and it tastes like apple pie. I love that it's made with all-natural ingredients. I also love that it's so easy to make. I can have a delicious and healthy snack in just a few minute
Stephanie Ntim
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of applesauce, but this recipe changed my mind. This applesauce is so flavorful and delicious. I love the addition of cinnamon and nutmeg. They add a warm and cozy flavor. I will definitely be making this again.
thanwerchand Kolhi
[email protected]This applesauce is a great addition to any breakfast or brunch. It's also a great snack to have on hand for when you're feeling hungry. I love that it's so easy to make and that it's made with all-natural ingredients. I will definitely be making this
Ashaoppo Ashaoppo
[email protected]This applesauce is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits. It's packed with nutrients and antioxidants. I love that it's also sweetened with dates instead of sugar. It's a much healthier alternative. I will definitely be making this again and a
Mareen Nduta
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe! I've been looking for a healthy and delicious applesauce recipe for a long time. This recipe is perfect. It's easy to follow and the applesauce turns out amazing! I love the sweet and tangy flavor. I will definitely b
Andrew Smart
[email protected]This applesauce is a great way to use up leftover apples. I always have a few apples that are starting to go bad, so I make applesauce. This recipe is perfect because it's so easy to follow and the applesauce turns out delicious. I love that I can co
Kathy Mercer
[email protected]I love that this applesauce is made with all-natural ingredients. I know exactly what's in it and I can feel good about eating it. I also love that it's so easy to make. I can have a delicious and healthy snack in just a few minutes.
Mughal gee
[email protected]This applesauce is perfect for baking. I used it to make an apple pie and it turned out amazing! The applesauce was the perfect filling. It was sweet and flavorful. I will definitely be using this applesauce in my baking again.
Zamia Jonson
[email protected]This applesauce is a great way to get your kids to eat their fruits. My kids love it! They love the sweet flavor and the smooth texture. I love that it's a healthy snack that I can feel good about giving them.
Umair Chohan
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of applesauce, but this recipe changed my mind. This applesauce is so flavorful and delicious. I love the addition of dates. They add a delicious sweetness that I really enjoy. I will definitely be making this again.
Peace Kiconco
[email protected]This applesauce is delicious! It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I love that it's made with all-natural ingredients. I will definitely be making this again and again.
ArslanAli Ali
[email protected]I love that this applesauce is sweetened with dates. It's a much healthier alternative to sugar. I also like that this recipe doesn't call for any added water. The applesauce is thick and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Hira Shahid
[email protected]This applesauce is a great way to use up leftover apples. I had a bunch of apples that were starting to go bad, so I decided to make applesauce. This recipe was perfect. It's easy to follow and the applesauce turned out delicious. I'm so glad I found
Mohamed Saleh
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this applesauce was to make. I've never made applesauce before, but I was able to follow the recipe easily. The applesauce turned out great! It's smooth and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Kasun Dhananjaya
[email protected]This applesauce is a game-changer! I used to buy applesauce from the store, but now I only make my own. It's so much better and it's so easy to make. I love that I can control the sweetness and the spices. This applesauce is perfect for eating on its
Aleya Khatun
[email protected]I've tried many applesauce recipes, but this one is by far the best. The dates add a delicious sweetness and the cinnamon and nutmeg give it a warm and cozy flavor. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Harris Fleming
[email protected]This applesauce is amazing! It's so easy to make and it tastes delicious. I love that it's sweetened with dates instead of sugar. It's a healthy and delicious snack that I can feel good about giving my family.