Crockpot Clean Applesauce
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 104kcal
Apples are considered nutrient-dense fruit, meaning they provide a substantial amount of nutrients per serving. One medium 7-ounce provides 2–5% of the Daily Value (DV) for vitamins E, B1, and B6. Apples are a good source of fiber and vitamin C. They also contain antioxidants, like vitamin E, and polyphenols that contribute to the fruit’s numerous health benefits. Vitamin E serves as a fat-soluble antioxidant, vitamin B1 — also known as thiamine — is needed for growth and development, and vitamin B6 is essential for protein metabolism (4, 5, 6).Apples are also a rich source of polyphenols, an important group of antioxidants. Antioxidants are compounds that protect your cells from free radicals — harmful molecules that contribute to the development of chronic conditions, like heart disease and cancer. To get the most out of apples, leave the skin on, as it contains half of the fiber and most of the polyphenols (7, 8).This Clean WFPB Crockpot Applesauce recipe will add a great side dish to your meals or the perfect snack option to your day.
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Equipment
- crockpot
- Cutting Board
- pairing knife
- Produce Peeler
Ingredients
- 6 apples or how ever many you have on hand.
- ½ lemon
Instructions
- Peel, core and roughly chop all apples. Add chopped apples to the crockpot.
- Cut one half lemon in half (resulting in two quarters) and add to crockpot.
- Set crockpot to low temp for 6-8 hours depending on how many apples you are cooking. Cooking fewer apples takes less time. Give the apples a toss every couple of hours.
- The apples will cook down and you will be able to mash them into the consistency you desired. I use a handy dandy ground meat chopper utensil. I like mine a medium chunkiness.
Nutrition
Calories: 104kcal
