High Fiber Applesauce

I created this recipe for two reasons. First, I wanted something to mix supplements in. I mix colostrum, hibiscus powder, plantain powder and all other kinds of supplements into this applesauce. Second, I’m not all that crazy about fruit and struggle a bit getting enough fiber in some days. I made this applesauce to maximize the fiber content. It contains not only pears with the skin, apples with the skin and whole raspberries, but also basil seeds. Yes, you heard that right, basil seeds. No, they do not taste like basil. But they do contain more fiber than chia seeds, 15 grams of fiber in 2 tablespoons compared to 7 grams in 2 tablespoons of chia seeds! Of course, if you do not have basil seeds and do not want to buy them, just add chia seeds but it will decrease the fiber content of this applesauce. Basil seeds contain omega-3 fatty acids, just like chia seeds do.

An immersion blender is ideal for this recipe. You can use a regular blender or smoothie maker, but an immersion blender will make this recipe a snap.

I mix in local honey for a small amount of sweetness, but more importantly, honey has lots of nutrients and antioxidants and has many health benefits. The honey is optional if you are watching carbs and sugars (although keep in mind that honey doesn’t spike blood sugar the same way table sugar does.) The cinnamon is also optional but I add it for health benefits as well as taste.

If you want to add even more fiber, feel free to double the basil seeds (or chia seeds.) Just make sure you add a bit more water if you do. Basil and chia seeds soak up the water and create a bubble of soluble fiber around the outside of the seed. Adding more seeds will take up more of the water content so you will need to add a bit to the pot.