Apple Sauce:
A Simple Treat That Elevates Many Meals

A Simple Dessert, or a Dressing/Sauce for Pork

Why Apple Sauce Belongs in Your Kitchen

Add it to smoothies for added thickness, or enjoy it "as is" as a quick dessert. It’s versatile, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make.

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Dehydrated Apples: The Secret to Easy Homemade Apple Sauce

If you have dehydrated apples on hand, you can easily make your own apple sauce. Simply rehydrate the apples in water and cook them down into a thick sauce. Add spices or sweeteners to suit your taste.

Have an abundance of fresh apples? Learn how to dehydrate apples here.

The Perfect Pair: Apple Sauce and Pork Chops

Growing up, my mom always added a dollop of apple sauce alongside pork chops, and it became a staple at family dinners

My recipe (coming up) is easy and quick to make. It’s also featured in my Recipe eBook, with some fun additions like dehydrated cranberries and raisins.

We even add a tablespoon of apricot jam—it gives the sauce a subtle tartness and thicker texture.

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Apple Sauce Recipe: Simple, Sweet, and Delicious

Making apple sauce is as simple as it gets!

If you're using dehydrated apples, be sure to rehydrate them first. Don’t worry if they look a little brown—they’ll still taste great. Raisins can be used as is, but rehydrate dried cranberries before adding them to the mix.

Ingredients for Apple Sauce

  • 1 apple, peeled and diced
  • dash of cinnamon
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons of lemon juice
  • tablespoon of water
  • handful of dehydrated cranberries
  • handful of dehydrated grapes (raisins)
  • 2 dessertspoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon apricot jam

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Peel the apple and dice it into small-to-medium pieces.
  2. Toss the apple pieces with the lemon juice in a non-stick pan.
  3. Add the water and cinnamon, stirring well.
  4. Stir in the raisins and rehydrated cranberries, and cook for about five minutes over medium heat.
  5. Add the brown sugar and stir, letting it cook for another minute on low heat.
  6. Stir in the apricot jam and mix thoroughly. Serve warm!

This sauce is so easy to make, yet so rewarding.

APPLE SAUCE

Nutrition Facts

Servings: 4

Calories: 113.7

Amount per serving

% Daily Value*

Total Fat: 0.2g
   Saturated Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 7mg

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% Daily Value*

Total Carbohydrates: 29.7g
   Dietary Fiber: 1.9g
   Total Sugars: 24.4g
Protein: 0.5g

11%
7%

% Daily Value*

Vitamin D: 0mcg
Calcium: 17mg
Iron: 0.3mg
Potassium: 129.1mg

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*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

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Boost the Flavor: Add Raisins and Cranberries

If you’re new to dehydrating, don’t worry! You can use store-bought dried ingredients like raisins or cranberries.

Cinnamon, cranberries, grapes (for raisins), brown sugar

When dehydrating grapes to make raisins, start with about 3 ounces of grapes. Store any extras in the fridge to use later. Want those smaller, darker raisins? Use black grapes for that classic boxed-raisin flavor.

Cranberries follow the same principle. Dehydrate a batch and keep some refrigerated for your next recipe. Homemade dried fruits are so much better than store-bought—you’ll never go back!

Creative Apple Sauce Combinations to Try

Apple sauce in a dish, with cinnamon sticks

The possibilities with apple sauce are endless!

  • Add nutmeg or cloves for a warm, spiced flavor.
  • Mix in fresh blueberries or pears for a unique twist.
  • Try stirring in three-fruit marmalade for a delightful zing.

Let your creativity shine with these delicious combinations!

Learn how to dehydrate cranberries and dehydrate pears for even more options.


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Apple Sauce in Everyday Cooking

Apple sauce is a multi-purpose ingredient:

  • Use it as a topping for pancakes, waffles, or French toast.
  • Add it to smoothies for a natural thickener.
  • Substitute it for sugary sauces in baking recipes.

Next time you’re in a pinch for a recipe sweetener, grab a jar of apple sauce—it’s a healthier, more natural choice!

Dive In!—It's Really Easy to Make

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We enjoyed our sauce warm, straight from the pan, spooned over French vanilla ice cream. It was absolute heaven in a dish!

This recipe doesn’t take more than five minutes to prepare, giving you just enough time to let your ice cream soften slightly in the bowls.

Double the recipe to serve more people and store leftovers in the freezer. And yes, you can skip the apricot jam, but trust me—it adds a little zing and thickens the sauce beautifully.

How to Thicken or Adjust the Consistency

If your apple sauce seems a bit runny, simply continue heating it. The extra liquid will evaporate, leaving you with a thicker consistency.

For smoothies, this sauce makes an excellent addition to your blender. It’s also a perfect base for fruit leathers—click fruit leathers for more information and creative ideas!

Get Your Free Guide to Dehydrating Food!

Don't forget to grab your free Six Simple Steps eBook! It’s packed with tips for dehydrating everything from fruits and veggies to dog treats. Get it here.

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