Freezer Applesauce

4.24 from 52 votes

Stock up for winter with this easy-as-can-be freezer applesauce. You'll enjoy flavorful, nutritious applesauce for months!

Prep Time15

Cook Time25

Total Time40

Course: Snacks

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 60kcal

2 pounds tart green apples (like Granny Smith) peeled (if desired), cored and chopped into large chunks (about 8 medium-size apples)
2 pounds sweet apples (like Gala or Fuji) peeled (if desired), cored and chopped into large chunks (about 8 medium-size apples)
Water
2 tablespoons lemon juice, optional about 1 large lemon's worth
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, optional
Pinch of salt, optional

Put apples and just enough water to prevent scorching in a Dutch oven or stock pot. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat and simmer until the apples are very tender, about 20-25 minutes.
Remove from heat, add in the lemon juice, cinnamon, and salt. Then blend using an immersion blender, food mill, blender, or food processor until your desired consistency.
Transfer to freezer-safe food storage containers or ziptop freezer bags. Label and freeze for up to a year.
Thaw in the fridge overnight or on the counter for an hour or two.

Leaving the peels on makes this quick to make, plus adds fiber and color to the applesauce. For a silky smooth sauce, peel your apples first. The choice is yours!
Lemon juice, cinnamon, and salt are all optional—I think they enhance the apple flavor.
This recipe contains no added sugar, but if your apples are particularly tart, you can add granulated sugar a couple of tablespoons at a time after blending to taste.