By making this Vanilla Applesauce recipe, you can create a healthy and delicious snack or dessert that satisfies everyone's unique preferences. The combination of the smooth and creamy vanilla applesauce with the crunchy and flavorful toppings is a match made in heaven. Gather the family together and let everyone's creativity flow by offering a variety of toppings to personalize their bowls of Vanilla Applesauce. From crushed nuts and granola to fresh berries and coconut flakes, the possibilities are endless.
But it doesn't stop there - the Vanilla Applesauce is not only a tasty treat, but it also offers numerous health benefits. Apples are a great source of fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants, which help support a healthy immune system, aid digestion, and promote overall well-being.
So why settle for ordinary applesauce when you can indulge in extraordinary Vanilla Applesauce? Experience the divine blend of sweet apples and aromatic vanilla, and get creative with an Applesauce Toppings Bar. Make every meal a little more exciting and nourishing with this Vanilla Applesauce.
Here's what you'll need:
Vanilla Applesauce + Applesauce Toppings Bar
Serves 6
Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
INGREDIENTS
- 3 pounds apple, peeled and cut in chunks
- 1/2 cup sugar, optional
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 pinch salt
- (Optional) Toppings Bar Ingredients: chia, flax seeds, hemp seeds, toasted walnuts, sesame seeds, raisins, dried cranberries, dried cherries, fresh berries, cinnamon, pie spice, honey, maple syrup
DIRECTIONS
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Place the peeled apple chunks in the slow cooker and sprinkle with sugar, lemon, vanilla and salt, then stir to mix. Cover the cooker and cook on low for 4 hours.
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Uncover the cooker and use a potato masher to coarsely mash the apples, or if you want a really smooth sauce, you can puree in a food processor or blender. (Be careful when handling the hot apples and juice, cover the lid of the processor or blender with a folded towel and hold it closed as you turn on the machine.)
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Transfer the applesauce to sterilized jars and let cool, then cover and refrigerate for up to two weeks.
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When you're ready to service, place vanilla applesauce in a bowl and add the toppings of your choice.
Recipe courtesy of U.S. Apple Association
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