Pumpkin Bread Applesauce
A deliciously spiced pumpkin bread flavored applesauce that combines the warmth of pumpkin and autumn spices with the natural sweetness of apples. Perfect as a snack, dessert, or a side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6
Ingredients
4 medium apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
1 cup canned pumpkin puree
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped apples, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, ground cloves, salt, and water.
Stir the mixture to combine all ingredients evenly.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are very soft.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Using a potato masher or immersion blender, mash or blend the mixture to your desired consistency, either chunky or smooth.
Allow the pumpkin bread applesauce to cool slightly before serving, or refrigerate for later use.