Easy Microwave Applesauce Recipe in Just Minutes!

It’s apple season! Fresh apples mean it’s time to make an easy microwave applesauce recipe in just minutes! How do two steps sound pretty awesome, right? Jump to the printable recipe card, grab fresh apples, and make this family favorite recipe. Is there an Instant Pot no.  Slow cooker, no. I cook fresh apples in the microwave oven in a 2-quart microwave-safe dish!  

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Easy Microwave Applesauce Recipe in Just Minutes!

Don’t let this fool you into thinking it may not be as good because this homemade applesauce is made in a microwave oven. This fast applesauce is thick, creamy, and so good!  Trust me, you will love it, and this will become your favorite recipe to serve. Enjoy it with roast chicken, pork chops, and any other easy recipes. So, grab your apple corer, core apples, and a 2-quart microwave-safe dish, and you will be ready to microwave in approximately 5-6 minutes.

Enjoy a chunky applesauce, I have you covered! Use the potato masher and immersion blender for less time. Don’t reduce the cooking time, the apples need to be soft. Bam, chunky applesauce is the perfect side dish!

Easy Microwave Applesauce Recipe in Just Minutes!

Equipment:

Prep Time 5-6 minutes Cooking Time 12 minutes

Cindy’s Applesauce Tip: Prep time takes me 5-6 minutes. I use this attachment for my KitchenAid Mixer. It’s worth every penny. It can be used for curly fries, zucchini noodles, and much more. If you use a regular apple peeler and apple core, prep time will be longer.

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• Microwave oven
• 2-quart microwave-safe dish or 2-quart microwave-safe bowl
• Blender, potato masher, food processor, or immersion blender
• Plastic wrap or wax paper to cover the 2-quart casserole microwave-safe
• Apple peeler
• Apple core
• Knife
• Measuring cup
• ½ tbsp measuring spoon
• Wooden spoon or large spoon
• Airtight container

Ingredients:

• 6 cups peeled, cored, and sliced apples (approximately 9 medium apples, depending on the size)
• 1/2 cup water (I use ½ cup of apple cider)
• 1/2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• High-quality ground cinnamon to taste (I use one tablespoon of ground cinnamon)

Cindy’s Apple Cider Note: The measuring cup is full in the ingredients picture because the rest of the apple cider is for another recipe. I don’t want you to wonder why there’s more in the measuring cup. 1/2 a cup is all you need!

Step 1: Prep Your Apples Right: Tips for Perfectly Fresh and Flavorful Microwave Applesauce

Wash, dry, slice, peel, and core apples.  Most apples will last 4-6 weeks in the fridge. Once cut, apples will brown quickly. I add lemon juice to this easy 3-ingredient microwave applesauce recipe! to keep the apples bright!

Place sliced apples, room-temperature water (or apple cider), and lemon juice in a microwave-safe bowl. Use a wooden spoon or a large spoon to combine apples with the lemon juice and water or (apple cider)

Cover the 2-quart casserole dish with plastic wrap or wax paper. Add the casserole dish to the microwave oven. Cook on full power for 12 minutes. Carefully remove the microwave-safe bowl; it will be hot. Wear oven mitts or use a dishtowel to remove it from the microwave.

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Step 2: Blend It Up: Create Smooth Applesauce or Chunky with Just a Few Simple Steps

Pour the cooked apples into a blender,  food processor, or immersion blender. Add high-quality ground cinnamon to taste. Set your food processor, immersion blender, or blender on high power to create cinnamon applesauce creamy and smooth applesauce. If you want chunky applesauce, don’t blend the cooked apples at full power and blend for less time.

After removing the dish of apples from the microwave, add them to a blender and add cinnamon. Set the blender on puree and blend.   If you don’t have a puree setting, set the blender on the highest speed you can.  This is what makes this applesauce thick and smooth.

Pour the homemade applesauce into an airtight container. Opened homemade applesauce is best eaten within 7 to 10 days. Always use a clean spoon, no double-dipping!

Sweet or Tart? Different Types of Apples for the Best Homemade Apple Sauce:

When choosing different types of apples for this apple sauce, it’s important to use the best fresh apples, should be firm and heavy in your hand. Avoid purchasing apples with blemishes and bruising.

• Fuji Apples
• Gala Apples
• Golden Delicious Apples

Granny Smith apples are tart. If you want a bit of tartness in your apple sauce, combine different types of apples. Choose Granny Smith apples such as Gala apples, Golden Delicious, Fuji apples, or Honeycrisp are perfect choices because they have more natural sugar.

An Apple a Day: Discover the Sweet and Tart Varieties That Boost Your Health

You’ve probably heard the saying, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Eating an apple isn’t a cure-all, but it is good for your health.

An apple can be sweet or tart, depending on what apple you are eating. Here’s a list of sweet and tart apples:

Tart Apples:

• Granny Smith apples  most tart
• McIntosh apples
• Braeburn apples
• Empire apples
• Cortland apples

Sweet Apples:

• Fuji apples one of the sweetest apples
• Red Delicious
• Gala
• Golden Delicious
• Honeycrisp
• Ambrosia

These sweeter apples contain more natural sugar and can hide tart flavors even if they are more acidic.

So, whether you enjoy the crisp, tart bite of a Granny Smith or the sweet crunch of a Fuji, there’s an apple for everyone. The next time you are at the grocery store, mix it up and try different types of apples; you never know which will be your favorite!

Deliciously Healthy: Discover Nutrition Information of Homemade Microwave Applesauce

If you’re looking for a healthy snack, homemade microwave applesauce is a fantastic option! Not only is it super easy to whip up, but it’s also sweetened naturally by the Fuji and Gala apples. To elevate the flavor, a splash of apple cider adds great flavor. Let’s take a closer look at the nutrition information behind our favorite recipe:

• Nutrition Information: 1 cup
• 50 calories
• Homemade Microwave Unsweetened Applesauce: (0.5 cup) contains 13.7g total carbs, 11.6g net carbs, 0.1g fat, 0.2g protein
• Homemade Microwave Applesauce with ½ cup Apple Cider: (0.5 cup) 100 calories Total Carbohydrate 27g  9% Sugars 22g Protein 0g

Mom’s Easy Cinnamon Applesauce Recipe: The Side Dish That Turned Us into Applesauce Snobs!

This is an easy apple sauce recipe from my mom. Back then, Mom used a potato masher to make her applesauce smooth. She received a food processor as a gift. Too many pieces to put together for her so it was donated.  I have been making this quick and great recipe for years.  My husband and I jokingly say this cinnamon applesauce has made us apple sauce snobs. It’s now our favorite recipe as a side dish with roast pork, roast chicken, meatloaf, and pork chops.

I added my acorn napkin ring ties for a festive touch. This will make a great hostess gift for Thanksgiving!

Microwave Magic: Low-Sugar Applesauce with Naturally Sweet

Not only is this made in a microwave oven, but it’s also flavored with the natural sugar from the Fuji apples and Gala apples. Want it a bit tart and sweet? Mix Granny Smith apples with Gala and Fuji Apples. The natural sugar from these apples will have a natural sweetness. Perfect for a low-calorie diet!

Naturally Sweet Applesauce: A Fast Dish with a Twist, Apple Cider

Use sweet apples to make this great recipe. By the way, this cinnamon applesauce makes the perfect side dish.  And here’s the best part this easy 3-ingredient microwave applesauce recipe has only natural sugar! So, this applesauce is a great recipe if you are on a low-calorie diet. When I made our smooth applesauce, I added apple cider instead of water. Skip the apple cider if you are on a sugar-free or low-calorie diet.   

How long does fresh applesauce last in the refrigerator?

Homemade applesauce can be refrigerated for a week to ten days and stored in an airtight container.

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Can you freeze fresh applesauce in plastic bags?

You can freeze applesauce in a freezer plastic bag. If you are using a plastic bag, leave about 1 inch for expansion. Homemade applesauce can be frozen for up to six months. Freeze the applesauce in a single-size airtight container to take it with you for a healthy snack.

How long can you freeze fresh applesauce?

Cinnamon applesauce will last 6 months in an airtight container or plastic freezer bag in the freezer. It will last even longer if it is vacuum sealed! I freeze our smooth applesauce in an airtight glass container. To thaw, remove the applesauce from the freezer and place it into a bowl. Then place the bowl into the refrigerator to thaw.

Easy Recipes for Fall: Elevate Your Stuffing: Sweet Gala & Tart Granny Smith with Grocery Store Chestnuts

Stuffing: Add a chopped Granny Smith and two chopped Gala apples, steamed or roasted chestnuts, and dried cranberries to a stuffing recipe. Roasted chestnuts can be found at the grocery store. Steamed chestnuts are an exclusive from Williams Sonoma. I have used both, and roasted chestnuts from the grocery store are perfect and more budget-friendly.

Delicious Stuffed Baked Apples: A Cozy Dessert Perfect for Fall!

Stuffed Baked Apples: Preheat oven to 375 degrees f. Wash and dry 4 large fresh apples. Core apples ¾ inches down and place apples in a 9-inch baking dish. Combine 3 tbsp. room temperature butter, ¼ cup brown sugar, ½ ground cinnamon, 1/8 tsp. ground nutmeg, and ¼ cup of old-fashioned oats together. Add warm water around the apples. This prevents burning. Bake the apples at 375 for 40-45 minutes until soft. Remove from the oven and drizzle the juices over the apples for moisture. Serve with vanilla ice cream for the perfect dessert. This dessert would be perfect after a heavy Thanksgiving dinner.

Indulgent Caramel Apple Slices: A Fun and Sweet Treat Perfect for Any Occasion

Caramel Apple Slices: Line large baking sheets with parchment paper. Slice Granny Smith apples into 1-inch-thick slices. Push a popsicle stick through the bottom of each apple slice. Spoon the grocery store caramel sauce on top. Let set. Place approximately 2/3 cup chocolate chips and 1 tsp. vegetable oil in a microwave-safe bowl or a Wilton Candy melt. Vegetable oil prevents the chocolate from seizing. Melt chocolate in the microwave at 30-second intervals. Stir in between until the chocolate is completely melted. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the caramel sauce for a sweet treat!

Roasted Butternut Squash: A Flavorful and Healthy Fall Favorite

Butternut Squash: Preheat oven to 425 degrees f. Peel, slice, and cube a large butternut squash. Add the butternut squash to a large baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with ground ginger, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Combine the squash with the spices and olive oil. Bake for an hour. This is a great recipe. I eat this every week! This great recipe is perfect with pork chops, roast chicken, roast pork, or your Thanksgiving dinner.

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Quick & Tasty Easy Recipes: Your Guide to Fall’s Best Homemade Delights

There you have it, an easy microwave applesauce recipe in just minutes, and easy recipes that are family favorites for any occasion! Whether you’re whipping up a batch of creamy microwave applesauce or indulging in sweet caramel apple slices, these dishes will surely please everyone. With fresh apples in season, now is the perfect time to experiment with different varieties and flavors. So, grab your apples, have fun in the kitchen, and enjoy the comfort of homemade goodness this fall! Be sure to take advantage of the printable recipe card and happy cooking! Please share this on FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM, AND PINTEREST, IT HELPS CLOCHES & LAVENDER GROW AND SHARE NEW IDEAS! THANK YOU!

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