Why is my homemade applesauce thick?

Why is my homemade applesauce thick?

If the applesauce is too thick, add more water to thin it out. If not sweet enough, add more sugar to taste. If too sweet, add more lemon juice. This applesauce is delicious either hot or chilled.

Is it possible to thicken homemade applesauce?

Luckily, it is so easy to thicken homemade applesauce. We just need to cook it longer to help the water evaporate. You can also let the applesauce sit in a fine mesh strainer lined with cheesecloth for a few minutes and let the excess liquid drip into a pot.

What is the best apples for making applesauce?

Best Apples for Applesauce For a basic applesauce, use McIntosh and Golden Delicious apples. Golden Delicious is a softer apple variety, so it cooks down easily and provides a great foundation for your applesauce. McIntosh apples are fresh and crisp, but soften easily, making them a stellar choice for pies and sauces.

How do you know if applesauce is bad?

How can you tell if applesauce is bad? If applesauce develops an off odor, flavor or appearance, or if mold appears, it should be discarded. Discard all applesauce from bottles or packages that are leaking, rusting, bulging or severely dented.

Can I thicken applesauce with cornstarch?

For each cup of liquid, you want to thicken, start with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch in a small bowl. Add an equal amount of cold liquid and stir until smooth paste forms. This is your slurry. Whisk the slurry into the hot, simmering liquid that you want to thicken.

Why is my homemade applesauce Brown?

Enzymes. Enzymes in apples cause oxidation (browning) when cut surfaces are exposed to air. Many people report that the top of the jar of applesauce gradually turns brown. Some recipes for applesauce include a tablespoon of lemon juice for each quart of sauce to preserve the color and to increase acidity.

How long does homemade applesauce last?

Homemade applesauce can be refrigerated for a week to ten days; it can also be frozen or canned for longer-term storage. Mott’s recommends its applesauce to be used within ten days of opening.