Guava Applesauce

This fruity, tropical guava applesauce is made with apples, guava, cinnamon, and vanilla. It’s beautifully smooth, sweet and perfect as a snack, side or topping.

If you’re a fan of fruity flavors, you might also like apple ginger cake, passion fruit martini or one of these easy apple recipes.

Why You’ll Love It

Tropical twist: Guava brings a bright, floral flavor that adds something special to classic applesauce.
Naturally sweet: Ripe fruit means you can use less sugar or even skip it altogether.
Kid-friendly: Smooth, fruity and free from preservatives, making it great for little ones.
Great for meal prep: Easy to store, freeze and enjoy throughout the week.
No preservatives: Just fruit, spice and natural flavor in every spoonful.

Guava Applesauce Ingredients

A complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

Apples: Provide a soft base with natural sweetness and classic applesauce texture. I used gala apples but any kind works.
Guava: Adds tropical flavor and a hint of floral sweetness. This fruit boasts potassium, antioxidants, fiber, and Vitamin C. You can tell a guava is ripe because it will yield to light pressure and have a strong, fruity smell. If yours are a bit harder, keep them on the countertop for a couple of days then try again.
Granulated sugar: Optional for extra sweetness, or use monk fruit to keep it lighter.
Cinnamon stick: Infuses warmth and subtle spice as it simmers.
Vanilla extract: Enhances the fruity and spiced notes. Make sure to use pure vanilla extract, not the synthetic kind.

How to Make Applesauce with Guava

For more detailed instructions with weights and measurements, jump to the printable recipe card.

Prep the fruit: Wash, peel and chop the apples, and cut the guava into pieces.
Cook the mixture: Combine fruit, water, cinnamon, vanilla, and sugar in a pot and bring to a boil.
Simmer until soft: Reduce heat and cook until the fruit breaks down and the liquid reduces.
Blend until smooth: Use a blender to purée the mixture thoroughly.
Strain the sauce: Push through a strainer to remove guava seeds and any leftover peel.
Cool before serving: Let the sauce rest for about an hour to set the flavor.

Substitutions and Variations

Use other fruit: Try combining guava with pears or peaches for a new variation.
Skip the sugar: Leave it out entirely if your fruit is very ripe.
Add spice: A pinch of ground ginger or cloves adds a warming layer.
Make it chunky: Blend lightly or mash by hand for a chunkier texture.
Use frozen guava: Just thaw it first so it blends smoothly with the apples.

Serving Suggestions

In smoothies: Add a spoonful to a mango matcha smoothie or mango a-go-go smoothie.
With breakfast: Enjoy it with your breakfast cereal or carrot cake oatmeal.
With dessert: Top a mixed berry parfait or peach cobbler with some guava applesauce.
With meat: Pair it with anything from a juicy steak to some pork chops, whatever you’d typically serve traditional applesauce with.

How to Store Guava Applesauce

Store: Homemade guava applesauce will be good for a week or maybe more. Keep it in a sealed container in the refrigerator.
Freeze: You can freeze it in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
Thaw: Defrost it in the refrigerator overnight or on the counter for an hour or so.
Reheat: Enjoy it cold or, if preferred, you can warm it up in a pan on the stove or in the microwave.