Healthy Homemade Applesauce

This easy homemade applesauce uses only a tiny amount of added sugar!

Super-nutritious dates add plenty of rich sweetness, and also pair perfectly with the cinnamon and vanilla to create loads of delicious fall flavor!

- Dates - Water - Brown sugar - Vanilla - Cinnamon - Salt - Apples

To make the date "caramel," put dates, water, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt in a mini food processor and process until silky-smooth.

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Meanwhile, in a large pot, cook apples and apple juice over medium heat.

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Remove the apple mixture from the heat and mash to the desired consistency.

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While the apple mixture is still piping hot, stir in the date "caramel".

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