Source: Aga7ta, AdobeStockA few jars of apple puree will be an invaluable find during winter. Firstly, it's an ideal solution if you have small children at home. Secondly, it's a ready-made snack and a standalone treat for tea – very convenient. We're sharing 15 of the best recipes!
1. Sugar-Free Apple Puree
Source: vego-kolbasa.ruA diet-friendly and low-calorie recipe for those who prefer healthy snacks.
You will need: 400 g apples, 70 ml water, 0.5 tsp cinnamon.
Preparation: Peel and slice the apples, cover with water, and boil until soft. Blend them until smooth and add cinnamon during the process. Bring the apple puree to a boil again, spoon into sterilized jars, and seal for winter.
2. Apple Puree for Babies for Winter
Source: koolinar.ruThe best alternative to store-bought baby food.
You will need: 2 kg apples, 200 ml water.
Preparation: Peel and dice the apples, cover with water, and simmer until soft. Blend them until smooth, bring the puree to a boil again, and seal in small sterilized jars.
3. Apple Puree with Sugar for Winter
Source: karamelcafe.ruFor those who prefer it sweeter.
You will need: 1.5 kg apples, 150 ml water, 3 tbsp sugar, 1 pinch vanilla.
Preparation: Peel and slice the apples, cover with water, and cook for 10 minutes. Add sugar and vanilla, blend the apple puree, and cook for another 5-7 minutes. Seal it in sterilized jars.
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4. Apple Puree with Citric Acid
Source: detkisuper.ruTo give the preserve a slight tartness and improve its shelf life, add a little citric acid.
You will need: 3 kg apples, 200 g sugar, 300 ml water, 1 tsp citric acid.
Preparation: Peel and slice the apples, cover with water, and boil until soft. Add sugar, blend, and cook the puree for another 5-7 minutes. Add citric acid and seal it in sterilized jars.
5. Apple Puree Without a Blender
Source: honey-way.ruA smooth puree that can be made even without a blender.
You will need: 2 kg apples, 150 g sugar, 200 ml water.
Preparation: Peel the apples, dice them, cover with water, and cook for 20 minutes. Mash them through a sieve. Bring to a boil again, add sugar to the puree, and cook for another 7 minutes. Seal in sterilized jars.
6. Apple Puree Through a Meat Grinder
Source: youtube.comIf possible, use a fine grinding plate for the meat grinder.
You will need: 2 kg apples, 100 g sugar, 200 ml water.
Preparation: Peel and slice the apples, cook for 20 minutes, and then pass them through a meat grinder. You can pass them through 1-2 more times until the desired consistency is reached. Bring the apple puree to a boil, add sugar, cook for another 10 minutes, and seal in sterilized jars.
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7. Apple Puree with Cream
Source: pro-dachu.comAn unparalleled creamy taste that will leave no one indifferent.
You will need: 2 kg apples, 200 ml 30% cream, 150 g sugar, 100 ml water.
Preparation: Slice the apples, cover with water, and cook for 20 minutes. Blend them and cook for another 20 minutes. Add cream and sugar, and whisk thoroughly again. Cook the apple puree for the last 15 minutes and pour into sterilized jars.
8. Apple Puree "Nezhenka" with Condensed Milk
Source: profile.ruAn excellent option for tart apples – results in a very pleasant taste.
You will need: 5 kg apples, 1 cup water, 400 g condensed milk, 1/2 cup sugar.
Preparation: Peel and slice the apples, cover with water, and cook for about 1 hour over low heat, stirring occasionally. Blend them or mash with a potato masher. Add sugar and condensed milk, mix, and cook the puree for another 5-7 minutes. Seal it in sterilized jars.
9. Apple Puree for Winter in a Multicooker
Source: pinterest.comThe only thing you need to do with apples for puree is to cook them, so a multicooker is also suitable.
You will need: 4 kg apples, 150 g sugar, 1-1.5 cups water, 1 pinch citric acid.
Preparation: Peel and slice the apples, place them in the multicooker bowl, cover with water, and add a pinch of citric acid. Set to "Stew" mode for half an hour. Mash the mixture with a blender or any available method, add sugar, and cook the puree for another 8-10 minutes in "Porridge" mode. Seal the apple puree in sterilized jars.
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10. Apple Puree with Plums
Source: blogspot.comAn excellent combination of ingredients for a sweet and aromatic puree.
You will need: 2 kg apples, 500 g plums, 300 g sugar, 1 cup water.
Preparation: Remove the cores from the apples and the pits from the plums. Slice the fruits, cover them with water, and cook for 30-40 minutes. Mash the mixture with a blender or rub through a sieve. Add sugar, cook the puree for another 5 minutes, and seal in sterilized jars for winter.
11. Water-Free Apple Puree for Winter
Source: vosadu-li-vogorode.ruThe ideal solution is to use apple juice instead of water.
You will need: 3 kg apples, 300 ml apple juice.
Preparation: Peel and slice the apples, cover them with apple juice, and cook until soft for about half an hour. Mash through a sieve or blend. Add sugar or spices to taste, cook the apple puree for another minute, and seal in sterilized jars.
12. Apple Puree with Pears and Milk
Source: kkmperm.ruAnother great apple puree recipe for homemade baby food!
You will need: 1.2 kg apples, 1 kg sugar, 750 g pears, 1.5 L milk.
Preparation: Peel and finely chop the apples and pears, add milk and sugar, and cook everything for 1-1.5 hours over minimal heat. Blend the puree, cook for another 10 minutes, and seal in sterilized jars.
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13. Blended Apple Puree for Winter
Source: gastronom.ruThis recipe saves a little time because the apples don't need to be finely chopped.
You will need: 3 kg apples, 100 ml water, 300 g sugar.
Preparation: Peel the apples, blend them, add water and sugar, and cook for 20 minutes after boiling. Blend again if desired, and seal the apple puree in sterilized jars.
14. Apple Puree with Pumpkin for Winter
Source: vego-kolbasa.ruThe proportions of apples and pumpkin can be adjusted to your taste.
You will need: 500 g pumpkin, 500 g apples, 2 tbsp sugar, 100 ml water.
Preparation: Dice the apples and pumpkin, cover with water, and boil until soft. Blend, add sugar, and cook for another 7 minutes. Seal the puree in sterilized jars.
15. Apple Puree with Banana
Source: mavink.comChildren will be especially delighted with this puree!
You will need: 1 kg apples, 300 g bananas, 150 ml water, 100 g sugar.
Preparation: Slice the peeled apples, cover them with water, and simmer for 20 minutes until soft. Add the peeled and sliced bananas, simmer for another 5 minutes, and add sugar. Simmer everything for another 5 minutes, blend, bring to a boil again, and seal the puree in sterilized jars.