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Applesauce For One

This easy stovetop applesauce is made with just one apple and a few basic ingredients. It cooks in about 20 minutes and can be mashed or blended to your preferred texture.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Dessert, Sauce, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: , Low Lactose, Low Salt
Keyword: apple sauce, applesauce, stovetop applesauce
Servings: 1 serving
Author: Joanie Zisk

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 medium apple (5½ to 6 ounces)
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • ½ teaspoon sugar
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  • Peel, core, and chop 1 apple into chunks.
  • In a 1-quart saucepan, combine the chopped apple, water, sugar, and ground cinnamon.
  • Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Reduce to medium-low, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring once or twice to prevent sticking.
    Apples are ready when soft and easily pierced with a fork.
  • Remove from heat.
    For chunky applesauce: mash with a fork or potato masher.
    For smooth applesauce: use an immersion blender or transfer to a regular blender.
    If too watery, cook uncovered over low heat until thickened.

Notes

  • Adjust Sweetness: Start with 1/2 teaspoon of sugar. Add more if using tart apples or if you prefer a sweeter sauce.
  • Reduce Excess Liquid: If the sauce is watery after mashing or blending, simmer uncovered over low heat until thickened.
  • Stir Occasionally: Stir during cooking to prevent sticking and ensure even softening.
  • Add Water if Needed: Using a larger apple? Add 1–2 extra tablespoons of water to help it cook evenly.
  • Storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
 
How to Core an Apple:
  • With an apple corer: Place the apple upright on a cutting board. Center the corer over the stem, push straight down, twist, and pull out the core.
  • Without a corer: Use a small paring knife. Insert the knife about ½ inch from the stem, angle toward the center, and cut around the core in a circle. Pry out the core with the knife or a spoon.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 102kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 0.5g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 195mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 98IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.2mg

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