Red Beet Applesauce
Try this simple and sweet beet applesauce. Enjoy as a snack, drizzle on pancakes for breakfast, or use on desserts for a yummy treat. This sauce makes a great topping or filling for Halloween recipes.
Prep: 8 mins
Cook: 15 mins
Yield: 6-8 servings
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 cups diced or shredded unpeeled apple
- 1 cup pitted cherries or mixed berries
- 1 cup shredded unpeeled beets
- 1 Tbsp date paste
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- 2 Tbsp water
Instructions
Instructions
- 1. Place all the ingredients in a saucepan.
- 2. Bring to a low simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes or until the apples and beets have softened.
- 3. Mash with a potato masher or process in a food processor for a smoother consistency.
- 4. Serve alone or use it to decorate your Halloween treats.
Cooking Tips
Cooking Tips
- 1. Substitute pomegranate for the beets or berries for a delicious twist to this recipe.
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