Ingredients
- 4–6 apples (peeled, cored, and chopped)
- ¼ cup water
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (optional, adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp OOOFlavors Cinnamon Flavor Concentrate
Instructions
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Combine ingredients in a saucepan:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped apples, water, and sugar (if using). Stir well to mix.
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Cook the apples:
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover with a lid, and let the apples simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until soft and easily mashed.
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Mash the apples:
- Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the apples to cool slightly.
- Use a potato masher, fork, or blender (for a smoother texture) to mash the apples to your desired consistency.
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Add the cinnamon flavor:
- Stir in the OOOFlavors Cinnamon Flavor Concentrate and mix until evenly incorporated.
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Adjust sweetness and flavor:
- Taste the apple sauce and adjust as needed. Add more sugar for sweetness or more cinnamon flavor concentrate for a stronger spice.
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Cool and store:
- Allow the apple sauce to cool completely. Transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Pro Tips:
- Use a mix of apple varieties for a balanced flavor—try combining sweet apples like Fuji or Gala with tart apples like Granny Smith.
- For a richer taste, add a splash of vanilla extract or a pinch of nutmeg.
Serving Ideas:
- Enjoy as a snack or side dish.
- Use as a topping for oatmeal, pancakes, waffles, or yogurt.
- Serve as a filling for baked goods like turnovers or crepes.
