Best 8 Spicy Applesauce Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with our irresistible Spicy Applesauce, a delightful blend of sweet, tangy, and fiery flavors. This versatile condiment elevates any meal with its vibrant taste. Whether you prefer a classic or a kick, we have three exciting variations to satisfy your craving for the perfect applesauce.

Our Traditional Spicy Applesauce is a timeless recipe that delivers a harmonious balance of sweetness and heat. Cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice create a warm and aromatic symphony, while a touch of cayenne pepper adds a subtle warmth that builds gradually.

For those who crave a more adventurous culinary experience, our Habanero Spicy Applesauce is sure to ignite your senses. The fiery habanero pepper takes center stage, delivering a bold and assertive heat that lingers pleasantly. This sauce is perfect for those who enjoy a spicy kick without overpowering the natural sweetness of the apples.

Finally, our Chipotle Spicy Applesauce offers a smoky and complex flavor profile that will tantalize your taste buds. Chipotle peppers, with their signature smoky and earthy notes, add a unique depth to the applesauce, creating a rich and flavorful condiment that perfectly complements grilled meats, tacos, and roasted vegetables.

No matter your preference for heat, our trio of Spicy Applesauce recipes will transform your culinary creations into extraordinary flavor experiences. Embrace the versatility of this delectable condiment and let it add a touch of magic to your meals.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPICY GINGER APPLESAUCE CAKE WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



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This simple sheet cake is packed with three kinds of spicy ginger: fresh, ground and crystallized. The cake is delicious on its own, but cream cheese frosting and a sprinkle of crystallized ginger push it closer to dessert. The cake can be made a day in advance, covered and refrigerated and brought to room temperature before serving. The crystallized ginger should be sprinkled on just before serving as it will weep in the fridge.

Provided by Yossy Arefi

Categories     cakes, dessert

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

1 1/4 cups/275 grams light brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 cups/480 milliliters unsweetened applesauce
3/4 cup/180 grams neutral oil like canola or grapeseed
2 tablespoons fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
2 cups/255 grams all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup/85 grams finely chopped crystallized ginger
12 ounces/350 grams cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup/115 grams unsalted butter, softened
2 1/4 cups/226 grams confectioners' sugar, sifted
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of kosher salt
1/2 cup/85 grams finely chopped crystallized ginger

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Butter and flour a 9-by-13-inch glass or light-colored metal baking pan.
  • In a large bowl, whisk sugar and eggs until light, about 1 minute. Add applesauce, oil, fresh and ground ginger, orange zest, cinnamon, cardamom, allspice, vanilla extract and salt. Whisk to combine.
  • Add the flour, baking soda and baking powder, and whisk until just combined. Fold in 1/2 cup chopped candied ginger.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smooth the top and firmly tap the pan on a countertop to release air bubbles. Bake the cake until golden and puffed, and a tester inserted into the center comes out clean, 25 to 35 minutes. Cool the cake in the pan on a rack.
  • When the cake is cool, make the frosting: Add the cream cheese and butter to the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Mix on medium-high until smooth, stopping the mixer occasionally to scrape the bottom and sides of the bowl. Turn the speed to low, and slowly add the confectioners' sugar. Mix until the sugar is moistened, then turn the mixer speed up to medium-high and whip until smooth. Scrape down the bottom and sides of the bowl. Add the ginger, lemon zest, vanilla and salt, and mix on low.
  • Spread the frosting over the cooled cake in dramatic swoops and swirls, then sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup crystalized ginger on top. Serve at room temperature.

SPICY APPLESAUCE



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We have an apple-picking party every year. It's a bushel of fun, and I always look forward to cooking a batch of this easy applesauce seasoned with cinnamon, cloves and allspice. -Marian Platt, Sequim, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 8 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 pounds tart apples (about 16 medium), peeled and sliced
1 cup apple juice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, combine all ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 25-35 minutes or until apples are tender, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; mash apples to desired consistency. Serve warm or cold. Freeze option: Freeze cooled applesauce in freezer containers. To use, thaw in refrigerator overnight. Serve cold or heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPICY APPLESAUCE CAKE



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This picnic-perfect cake travels and slices very well. With chocolate chips, walnuts and raisins, it's a real crowd pleaser. -Marian Platt, Sequim, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 20-24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups applesauce
1-1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup shortening
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking cocoa
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon each ground cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and cloves
1 cup raisins
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
TOPPING:
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
2 tablespoons brown sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the applesauce, sugar, shortening and eggs. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and cloves; gradually beat into applesauce mixture until blended. Stir in the raisins, chocolate chips and walnuts. , Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Combine topping ingredients and sprinkle over batter. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 185mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

SPICY APPLESAUCE FRUIT BREAD



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I've had this fruity loaf in my recipe collection since 1975. I tweak it with spices and candied fruit, depending on the season. -Dawn Lowenstein, Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 2 loaves (12 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2 large eggs, room temperature
1-1/4 cups unsweetened applesauce
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1/2 cup dried cranberries or raisins
1/2 cup chopped candied citron

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, whisk 2 cups flour, baking powder, salt, spices and baking soda. In another bowl, whisk eggs, applesauce, sugars, melted butter and orange zest until blended. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moistened. In a small bowl, toss cranberries and candied citron with remaining flour; fold into batter., Transfer to 2 greased 8x4-in. loaf pans. Bake 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 194mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRANDMA'S SPICY APPLESAUCE CAKE



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Grandma used to bring this cake to picnics and potlucks. It travels well, keeps well, and holds together if you're eating with your fingers. My mother makes it for my father's birthday every year.

Provided by LindaS

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 1 cake, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup butter
2 cups sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon allspice
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon clove
3 tablespoons cocoa
2 cups applesauce
1 cup raisins
1/2 cup walnuts or 1/2 cup pecans, chopped

Steps:

  • Cream together butter and sugar.
  • Add eggs and vanilla.
  • Dust raisins in cocoa and set aside.
  • Mix in dry ingredients and applesauce.
  • Stir in raisins and nuts.
  • Grease and dust a 9" tube pan or bundt pan with cocoa.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 70-80 minutes, until cake tests done with a toothpick.
  • Cool slightly before removing from pan.
  • Frost with Glossy Chocolate Icing #90756.

SPICY APPLESAUCE



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Adding spices at the end of this recipe helps them retain their flavor; they won't be absorbed into the sauce while cooking.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 1/2 pounds apples, a mixture of Red Delicious and Granny Smith (10-12)
2/3 cup sugar
1 1/4 cups apple juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • Peel, core, and cut the apples into 1 1/2-inch pieces; place in a medium saucepan with sugar and 1/4 cup apple juice. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring, until apples are soft enough to mash, 50 to 60 minutes.
  • Add the remaining cup of apple juice, and continue to cook until the apples are very soft and break down, about 30 minutes. Using wooden spoon, stir to break large pieces. If applesauce gets too dry, add more juice, 1/4 cup at a time as needed. Remove saucepan from heat, and whisk apples until smooth. Stir in cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Serve at room temperature.

SPICY APPLESAUCE CAKE



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This is my favorite applesauce cake! I use our home- made chunky applesauce when apples are in season. If needed, put in food processor to break up big pieces and drain as needed. This is a yummy, moist cake. Add a dollop of whipped cream or creamy frosting and it becomes an even better dessert.

Provided by mary Armstrong

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 20

CAKE
2 c flour
1 1/2 c sugar
1 Tbsp cocoa
1 1/2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp nutmeg
1 tsp allspice
1 tsp cloves
1 tsp salt
1/2 c shortening (part lard/mostly butter)
2 c applesauce, unsweetened
2 eggs
1/2 c chocolate chips
1/2 c chopped walnuts
1 c raisins
TOPPING
1/2 c chocolate chips
1/2 c chopped walnuts
2 Tbsp brown sugar, firmly packed

Steps:

  • 1. Except for sugar: whisk all dry ingredients together in large bowl, set aside.
  • 2. Cream butter and sugar, then add lightly beaten eggs, dry ingredients, and applesauce beat until mixed well. Stir in nuts, chips and raisins.
  • 3. Pour into greased 9x13 pan. Combine topping ingredients and sprinkle over batter. Bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes or until tests done.

SPICY APPLESAUCE CAKE



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A great dessert of snack. Goes well with plain vanilla ice cream. Vegan -- so it's eggless and dairy-free.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/2 cup oil
1 1/2 cups applesauce
1 cup raisins
1 cup chopped walnuts
powdered sugar or whipped topping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Grease 9-inch square pan.
  • In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  • In a large bowl, beat brown sugar and oil at medium speed until blended.
  • Add applesauce and mix well.
  • Add flour mixture all at once; beat on low speed.
  • until well blended.
  • Stir in raisins and nuts.
  • Spoon batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until lightly browned.
  • Cool completely on wire rack.
  • Cut into squares.
  • Serve plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or frosted with whipped topping, if desired.

Tips:

  • To make the applesauce spicier, use a hotter variety of chili pepper, such as a cayenne pepper or a habanero pepper.
  • If you don't have any fresh ginger, you can use 1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger instead.
  • If you don't have any apple cider vinegar, you can use white vinegar instead.
  • Be careful not to overcook the applesauce, or it will become too thick and mushy.
  • Let the applesauce cool slightly before serving, so that it's not too hot.

Conclusion:

This spicy applesauce is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of dishes. It's perfect for adding a little bit of heat and flavor to your favorite recipes. Whether you're using it as a dipping sauce for chicken or pork, or as a topping for pancakes or waffles, this applesauce is sure to please everyone at your table.

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