How to Can Applesauce
If canned properly, applesauce will have a shelf life of about 1 year. If you are new to water bath canning, you’ll love this canning kit, and be sure to read up on the canning process in detail here.
To can applesauce: wash and sterilize 8 pint-sized jars and lids then use a funnel to transfer piping hot applesauce into each sterilized jar, leaving 1/2″ headspace. Wipe the rims clean with a paper towel. Cover with lid and tighten the lid to secure (don’t overtighten).
Use a jar lifter to carefully transfer jars to a canning pot and process in boiling water for 20 minutes with the water going 1 to 2 inches above the jars. Carefully remove jars and let them cool to room temperature until lids suction in and seal. If jars did not seal correctly, refrigerate and enjoy within 2 weeks.
How to Serve Applesauce
Pro Tip: Use applesauce to lighten up baking. Swap out half the butter in baked goods for applesauce as we did with our Healthier Carrot Cake.
