Name: Mary Berry Apple Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 4 large Bramley apples, peeled, cored, and chopped – Softens into a silky purée.; 25g unsalted butter – Adds richness and smooth texture.; 2 tablespoons caster sugar – Sweetens the sauce gently.; 3 tablespoons water or apple juice – Helps the apples break down.; Pinch of cinnamon (optional) – Adds mild warmth.; Squeeze of lemon juice – Balances sweetness.

Mary Berry Apple Sauce

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Mary Berry Apple Sauce is a classic British-style purée made by simmering apples with sugar, butter, and a little liquid until they soften into a smooth, fragrant sauce.

Author: Ekani Ella
Prep Time: 10
Cook Time: 15
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 4
Category: Sauce
Method: Simmering
Cuisine: British

Ingredients

4 large Bramley apples, peeled, cored, and chopped – Softens into a silky purée.
25g unsalted butter – Adds richness and smooth texture.
2 tablespoons caster sugar – Sweetens the sauce gently.
3 tablespoons water or apple juice – Helps the apples break down.
Pinch of cinnamon (optional) – Adds mild warmth.
Squeeze of lemon juice – Balances sweetness.

Instructions

Step 1 — Prepare the apples

Peel, core, and chop the apples into evenly sized pieces to help them cook at the same rate.

Step 2 — Add ingredients to the pan

Place apples, butter, sugar, and water or apple juice into the saucepan.

Step 3 — Simmer until soft

Cover and cook on low heat for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples collapse.

Step 4 — Blend or mash

Purée with a stick blender for a smooth sauce, or mash by hand for a rustic texture.

Step 5 — Adjust flavour

Add lemon juice and cinnamon if using, then taste and adjust sweetness as needed.

Step 6 — Serve warm or chilled

Enjoy immediately or allow to cool before storing.

Find it online: https://maryberrycooks.co.uk/mary-berry-apple-sauce/