Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
4.5 cup

Cooking apples

cut in 1" cubes

0.75 cup

Water

0.75 cup

Apple juice

0.25 tsp

Nutmeg

0.25 tsp

Cinnamon

0.5 tsp

Vanilla

Step 1
~5 min

Wash, peel, and core the apples.

Step 2
~5 min

Cut the apples into 1-inch cubes.

Step 3
~5 min

Combine the cubed apples, water, apple juice, nutmeg, cinnamon, and vanilla in a bowl.

Step 4
~5 min

Transfer the mixture to a glass loaf dish.

Step 5
~5 min

Pour the remaining juice over the apples.

Step 6
~5 min

Bake, uncovered, in a preheated oven at 325°F (160°C) for 45 minutes.

Step 7
~5 min

Remove from the oven and let it cool.

Step 8
~5 min

Store in the refrigerator tightly covered.

Step 9
~5 min

It can be frozen for longer storage.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of spices to your preference.

Use a variety of apple types for a more complex flavor.

For a chunkier sauce, don't peel the apples completely.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with pork or chicken.

Enjoy as a light dessert.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roast Pork
Chicken

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North America

Cultural Significance

Common comfort food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Fall festivals

Occasion Tags

Fall
Holidays
Thanksgiving
Christmas

Popularity Score

75/100