Weight Watchers Applesauce

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Weight Watchers Applesauce is a delightful and healthy snack that is ideal for every individual trying to manage their weight. The ingredients for this delicious sauce are fresh apples, ground cinnamon, and a hint of low-calorie sugar. Due to its high carbohydrate content (24 grams) and low-calorie content (89 kcal), this Weight Watchers Applesauce is an excellent snack for weight loss. It has only 4 grams of dietary fiber. Antioxidants and vitamins (especially vitamin C) are abundant in them. This sauce is also reasonably priced. It costs only a little money to create this sauce in large quantities at home. It is an easy and nutritious sauce recipe ideal for everyone who wants to eat well and feel good. Let’s begin the recipe.

EQUIPMENT:

  • Instant Pot
  • A sharp knife
  • One spoon
  • Immersion blender
  • Saucepan
  • Potato Masher
  • One Fork
  • Slow Cooker
  • Jar (to store the sauce)

INGREDIENTS:

  • 3 Ibs apples
  • Crushed Cinnamon 1/2 to 1 teaspoon
  • 4 tablespoons of water
  • 1 pinch of salt
  • Sweetener optional

INSTRUCTIONS:
Instant Pot:

  1. First, cut the apples into cubes or thin slices with a knife.
  2. Shift the cubed-size apples, crushed cinnamon, and water into the instant pot.
  3. Cover and simmer on the automatic high-pressure mode for seven to eleven minutes.
  4. After that, slowly open the top, and sprinkle a pinch of sweetener and salt if necessary.
  5. Mix everything together with a spoon.
  6. If you prefer a thick and silky apple sauce, pulse it with an immersion hand blender.
  7. The Weight Watchers Applesauce is ready.
  8. Put this sauce in an airtight jar and refrigerate it for three to four hours.

Stovetop:

  1. Remove the hard outer layer of the apple with a knife.
  2. Next, cut the apples into pieces.
  3. Transfer the chopped apples with cinnamon and water to a saucepan.
  4. Now, cover the mixture and simmer over a slow flame for ten to twenty minutes.
  5. Cook until the mixture is slightly tender, stirring continuously.
  6. After that, turn off the heat. Mix a hint of sweetener and salt (if required).
  7. Then, mash the applesauce with a potato masher or fork to get the right texture.
  8. The tasty sauce is ready to serve.

Slow Cooker:

  1. Add the sliced apple pieces and water to a slow cooker.
  2. Seal the cooker and simmer it for four to seven hours on minimal heat.
  3. After that, smash apples with a spoon or fork.
  4. Then, combine a dash of salt and sweetener to this mixture.
  5. Heat it again for five to nine minutes on low flame
  6. After cooking, let it cool to a normal place.
  7. Then, add applesauce to a food blender and grind it for two to three minutes.
  8. The yummy applesauce is prepared. Transfer this sauce to a small container.
  9. Serve and enjoy with your favorite meal.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

  • Pair this yummy sauce with tender and juicy pork or chicken meals.
  • Serve it with fat-free yogurt and a dash of grape nuts for a satisfying and nutritious breakfast or dessert.
  • Enjoy applesauce with a low-calorie smoothie to increase its nutritional contents as well as flavors.
  • Accompany it with a hearty and wholesome snack.
  • Add this sauce on top of waffles or pancakes.

TIPS:

  • The apple layer can be scraped (removed) or left unpeeled, based on what you like.
  • Choose fresh, firm, and good-quality apples.
  • A dash of lemon juice or a bit of ground cinnamon can be used to neutralize the sweetness.
  • Try this sauce with additional spices such as allspice, ginger, ground cardamom, and nutmeg.
  • Add flaxseeds or chia seeds for an additional fiber boost.
  • Don’t sweeten applesauce with refined sugar.
  • Replace refined sugar with Weight Watchers-friendly honey for a natural sweetener.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

Fridge:

  • Store the apple sauce in an airtight jar and refrigerate it for eight to fourteen days.

Freezer:

  • You can freeze the applesauce in two ways. First, chill the sauce, then pour into portioned tray and freeze it for 6 to 7 hours. After seven hours, place the cubes in a plastic bag and freeze it for five to six months. The second method for freezing is to save the sauce in a closed small container and freeze this container for four to seven months.

FAQs:

Can I prepare applesauce with other types of fruits?

  • You can make applesauce with different types of fruits such as fresh berries, peaches, or pears.

What kind of sweetener should I use to prepare this sauce?

  • Sugar-free sweeteners like erythritol or stevia can be used to make this apple sauce.

Which apples are best for this sauce?

  • Apple varieties that adapt nicely to applesauce include Granny Smith, Gala, Honeycrisp, Braeburn, and Fuji apple varieties that work well for applesauce.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION PER SERVING AMOUNT:

Per Serving Size one-fourth cup

Total Quantity 8 servings
Total Calories 89 kcal
Carbohydrates 24 g
Dietary Fiber 4 g
Protein 1 g
Sugar 18 g
Total Fat 1 g
Sodium 7 mg
Iron 1 mg