How to Make Chunky Cinnamon-Orange Applesauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the comforting aroma of homemade applesauce filling the kitchen, especially when it's infused with the warm, fragrant flavors of cinnamon and orange. This Chunky Cinnamon-Orange Applesauce recipe takes the classic comfort food to a whole new level with its delightful combination of sweet, tart, and spicy flavors. Whether you're making it as a healthy snack, a side dish for a family dinner, or a festive accompaniment to holiday meals, this recipe is sure to become a ...

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Ingredients

  • 12 Granny Smith apples - peeled, cored, and cut into large chunks
  • 1 ½ cups freshly squeezed orange juice
  • ¾ cup white sugar, or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon, or to taste
  • 2 teaspoons orange zest
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 6 cups

  • Cook apples and orange juice in a large heavy pot over medium heat, stirring frequently, until apples begin to soften, about 10 minutes. Stir white sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, orange zest, lemon zest, nutmeg, and lemon juice into apples. Cook, stirring often, until applesauce is chunky and thickened, about 25 minutes. Serve warm or chilled.
  • Nutrition

    135 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 3mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 36g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 32g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 23mg
    • Calcium: 20mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 222mg