Applesauce (Puree) Recipe

You'll probably find that one of the staple ingredients in vegan baking, especially when going for the lower fat option, is applesauce. Now, this is not only difficult to get hold of in the UK but is usually very expensive. Problem solved, make your own!

I usually make up a large batch and freeze it in 1/4 cup measures.


Applesauce (puree) 

Makes approx 5 cups  

Ingredients:

• 4kg Apples - I used basics apples from sainsbury's which cost me about £2.60 
• Water 
• Dash of lemon juice

Method:

Peel, core, and dice the apples.

Place in a large saucepan and pour enough water in to cover up half of the apples.

Add a few dashes of lemon juice.

Simmer until the apples are soft and starting to go mushy, this usually takes about 20-30 mins.

Drain away the water and mash the apples, then let them cool.

Finally, add the mashed apples to a blender and blend until you have no lumps.