Here’s a simple, classic Apple Purée—smooth, naturally sweet, and very versatile 🍎
Apple Purée
Ingredients
- 4–5 apples (any variety; Granny Smith + Gala is a nice balance)
- ½ cup water (or apple juice)
- Optional: 1–2 tbsp sugar or honey
- Optional: pinch of cinnamon or splash of lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare apples
- Peel, core, and chop apples into chunks.
- Cook
- Place apples and water in a saucepan.
- Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- Cover and cook 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples are very soft.
- Purée
- Blend with an immersion blender or food processor until smooth.
- Add sweetener or spices if desired.
- Cool & store
- Let cool completely.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 5 days.
Uses
- Baby food or toddler snacks
- Baking substitute (oil or butter replacement)
- Sauce for pork or chicken
- Stir into oatmeal or yogurt
- Base for applesauce cake or muffins
Tips
- No added sugar: Use naturally sweet apples like Fuji or Honeycrisp.
- Ultra-smooth: Strain through a sieve after blending.
- Freezer-friendly: Freeze in small portions for up to 3 months.
If you want, I can also give you a slow-cooker version, microwave method, or show how to turn this into apple butter 🍏🍎
