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How To Thicken Applesauce - 4 Effective and Easy Ways
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How To Thicken Applesauce

Are you struggling with runny applesauce? We have compiled a list of the best methods on how to thicken applesauce quickly and efficiently.
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: how to thicken applesauce, how to thicken homemade applesauce, is applesauce a liquid, what to add to applesauce
Author: Cakedecorist

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan or pot
  • Small bowl
  • Small whisk

Ingredients
  

Instructions 

  • Gently heat the applesauce.
    In a medium pot, add the runny applesauce. Put the sauce over low heat and gently heat it.
    2 cups applesauce
  • Make a slurry.
    Meanwhile, start to make a slurry using cornstarch and water. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until you have a completely smooth paste.
    1 1/2 - 3 tablespoons cornstarch, 1 1/2 - 3 tablespoons water
  • Thicken the applesauce.
    Next, add the smooth slurry to the slightly heated applesauce. Continue whisking until the two mixtures are well combined.
    Then, allow the mixture to slowly come to a simmer. This will help the mixture thicken and cook out the cornstarch.

Notes

The amount of cornstarch you use depends on how thick you want your applesauce to be. The more cornstarch you use the thicker the liquid will become.
You can strain the applesauce through a cheesecloth before thickening it with cornstarch. This will remove some excess water and make it easier to thicken quickly.
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