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Applesauce With Cranberries

Delicious Applesauce With Cranberries: A No-Sugar Delight

A healthy and guilt-free homemade recipe for Applesauce With Cranberries, perfect for snacks and meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Applesauce
  • 4 cups Apples Mix of tart and sweet varieties.
  • 1 cup Cranberries Fresh or frozen.
  • 1 cup Water or Juice Apple, orange, or cranberry juice recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Optional; substitute with nutmeg if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon Zest of Orange Optional; enhances flavor.

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Crockpot
  • Stovetop Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by washing and drying your apples. Core and chop them into 1-inch pieces, keeping the skin on.
  2. In your chosen cooking vessel, combine the chopped apples and cranberries. Pour in enough water or juice.
  3. For the Instant Pot, pressure cook on high for 8 minutes. In a crockpot, cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
  4. Once cooked, decide on the texture. Use an immersion blender for smooth or mash for chunkier.
  5. Transfer your applesauce into clean airtight containers. Refrigerate for up to 1 week or freeze for 6 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 32gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 80IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.4mg

Notes

Choose sweeter apple varieties and consider blending for a smooth texture while keeping the skins for nutrients.

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