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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Md Mostakim islam
[email protected]This applesauce is not worth the effort. It's just not that good.
Momo Maila
[email protected]This applesauce is bland. It needs more spices.
Premraj Neupane
[email protected]This applesauce is a bit too tart for my liking. I think I'll add some more dates next time.
Hashim Mughal
[email protected]This applesauce is too sweet for my taste. I think I'll use less dates next time.
ANAMUL FS
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of applesauce, but this recipe changed my mind! The dates add a sweetness that I really enjoyed.
Ayesha Asim
[email protected]This applesauce is a great way to use up leftover apples. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.
Tanoli Gee
[email protected]I love that this applesauce is made with all-natural ingredients. It's a healthy and delicious snack that I can feel good about eating.
Tammy Morton
[email protected]This applesauce is perfect for fall! The spices really make it taste like autumn.
Rashid ali Babbar
[email protected]I made this applesauce for my kids and they loved it! It's a great way to get them to eat their fruits and vegetables.
butter cup
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy applesauce. The dates add a nice sweetness and the cinnamon gives it a warm, cozy flavor.
Maatla Thabeng
[email protected]This applesauce is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love that it's a healthy snack that I can feel good about giving to my family.
Shiva G.c
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about using dates to sweeten the applesauce, but I was pleasantly surprised at how well it worked. The dates added a lovely caramel-like flavor that really enhanced the apples.
elizabeth keefe
[email protected]This is the best applesauce I've ever had! The dates add a touch of sweetness that perfectly complements the tartness of the apples. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Brittany Herring
[email protected]I've made this applesauce several times now and it's always a hit! It's so easy to make and the flavor is out of this world. I love that it's not too sweet, so it's perfect for both breakfast and dessert.
Ganga Pujara
[email protected]This applesauce is amazing! The dates add a lovely sweetness and depth of flavor that really sets it apart from traditional applesauce. I also love that it's made with all-natural ingredients, so I can feel good about giving it to my kids.