Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Wash the strawberries thoroughly.
- Slice the strawberries and chop the apples into small pieces.
- In a medium pot, combine the strawberries, apples, and water. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, cooking for about 10-15 minutes until soft.
- Remove from heat and blend the mixture until smooth. Add honey or maple syrup and lemon juice, then blend again if desired.
Notes
- Your applesauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- For longer storage, freeze in portions.
- This recipe can be made with frozen strawberries; just ensure they are thawed before cooking.
- The recipe is vegan-friendly and can be made without added sugar.
- You can experiment with different fruits and spices for unique flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 80 Kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg