Best 4 Double Duty Heavenly Applesauce Recipes

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Welcome to the world of culinary delights! In this article, we'll take you on a delightful journey to discover the best recipe for "Double Duty Heavenly Applesauce." Prepared with love and care, this dish not only satisfies your taste buds but also offers a versatile culinary companion for a variety of dishes. Embark with us on this culinary adventure as we delve into the delightful world of homemade applesauce, a perfect blend of sweetness, tanginess, and heartwarming flavors. So, get ready to explore the tantalizing aromas and irresistible flavors of this versatile condiment that will elevate your meals to a whole new level of deliciousness!

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

DOUBLE-DUTY HEAVENLY APPLESAUCE



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Every year my husband and I take our two daughters to an orchard to pick apples so we can make this luscious applesauce for family and neighbors. -Jennifer Purcell, Vermilion, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 6h25m

Yield 8 servings plus leftover.

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 pounds apples, peeled and sliced (about 13 cups)
3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
2/3 cup unsweetened apple juice
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker, combine the first five ingredients. Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until apples are soft., Add vanilla; stir to break up apples. Reserve 3/4 cup applesauce for Double-Duty Applesauce Mini Muffins. Serve remaining applesauce warm or refrigerate and serve cold. Freeze option: Freeze cooled applesauce in freezer containers. To use, thaw in refrigerator overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 7mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (48g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

THE BEST HOMEMADE APPLESAUCE



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After tasting the pure apple flavor of this homemade sauce, you just might never go back to the store-bought kind. Supermarket applesauce can be loaded with added sweeteners and flavorings. We use only a little sugar, plus lemon juice, salt and cinnamon, providing a balanced flavor and the perfect amount of sweetness.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     condiment

Time 1h35m

Yield about 5 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 pounds assorted apples, such as Golden Delicious, Gala, Honeycrisp or McIntosh (about 8), peeled, cored and chopped
1/4 cup sugar
Kosher salt
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Combine the apples, sugar, 1 cup water and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large pot. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and cook until the apples are very soft, 18 to 20 minutes.
  • Stir in the lemon juice and cinnamon. Let cool for 5 minutes or so, then transfer the apple mixture to a blender, filling no more than halfway. Remove the center cap from the lid and place it on the blender. Cover the lid with a folded kitchen towel to catch splatters and pulse until smooth. Alternatively, puree in the pan with an immersion blender.
  • Transfer the applesauce to a bowl and refrigerate until cool, about 1 hour. Store leftover applesauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

DOUBLE-DUTY APPLESAUCE MINI MUFFINS



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Children reach with both hands for these buttery tender mini muffins. Cinnamon-spiced and made with applesauce, they're easy to bake on a moment's notice. -Mary Ann Lee, Clifton Park, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
2 large eggs
3/4 cup reserved Double-Duty Heavenly Applesauce or other cinnamon applesauce
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
TOPPING:
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Gradually beat in applesauce and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt and nutmeg. Add to creamed mixture; stir just until moistened., Fill paper-lined mini-muffin cups three-fourths full. Bake 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks., For topping, in a small bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon. Dip tops of warm muffins in melted butter, then in cinnamon sugar. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 76mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

APPLESAUCE



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An easy, quick applesauce recipe. I have doubled it and canned it so we always have some on hand. My family loves it.

Provided by JACKSWIFE

Categories     Side Dish     Applesauce Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 cups apples - peeled, cored and chopped
¾ cup water
⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
½ cup white sugar

Steps:

  • In a 2 quart saucepan over medium heat, combine apples, water, cinnamon, and cloves. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes. Stir in sugar, and simmer 5 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.6 calories, Carbohydrate 51 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 2 mg, Sugar 44.5 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right apples: Different apples yield different flavors and textures; experiment to find your favorites.
  • Peel and core the apples: This isn't always necessary, but it can make the applesauce smoother.
  • Use a slow cooker or crock pot: This is a great way to make applesauce with minimal effort; just set it and forget it.
  • Add your favorite spices: Cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice are classic choices, but you can also try cardamom, ginger, or cloves.
  • Sweeten to taste: Honey, maple syrup, or sugar can all be used to sweeten applesauce; add them to taste.
  • Make it chunky or smooth: You can leave the applesauce chunky or use an immersion blender to make it smooth.
  • Canning or freezing: Applesauce can be canned or frozen for later use; this is a great way to preserve the harvest.

Conclusion:

Applesauce is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you're eating it plain, using it as a topping for pancakes or waffles, or baking it into a cake, applesauce is sure to please. So next time you have a bunch of apples, don't let them go to waste; make a batch of applesauce and enjoy it all week long!

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