Easy No-Peel Applesauce for the Freezer Recipe
Enjoy the flavors of fall with this Easy No-Peel Applesauce for the Freezer recipe. Made without the need for peeling apples, sugar, or canning equipment, this cinnamon-scented applesauce is a simple and delicious treat perfect for stocking your freezer.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 10 pints
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 10 pounds apples
- ½ juice of a lemon
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 Tablespoon honey
- 2 cups water plus more as needed for blending
Instructions
- Cut apples: Remove cores and any bad spots, no need to peel. Cut apples into quarters and add to pot. Squeeze lemon juice over them.
- Add ingredients: Mix in cinnamon, honey, and 1 cup of water. Simmer covered for 30-40 minutes.
- Blend: Process cooked apples in batches in a food processor, adding water for consistency. Transfer to jars.
- Store: Fill jars ¾ full, refrigerate overnight, then freeze.
Notes
- The amount of apples can vary; use what fits your pot.
- Cook apples until soft for smooth applesauce; add water if needed.
- Applesauce can be eaten warm, refrigerated for a week, or frozen for 6 months to a year. Follow precautions for freezing in glass jars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pint
- Calories: 244 kcal
- Sugar: 49g
- Sodium: 6mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.23g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 11g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
