How to Make Skratch “Secret Sauce” (High-Carb Applesauce Fuel Recipe)
Looking for an easy alternative to gels?
Skratch Secret Sauce is a simple, customizable fueling option made with just:
- applesauce
- Skratch Super High-Carb Drink Mix
It’s easy to adjust, easy to digest, and built for long efforts.
What Is Skratch Secret Sauce?
Skratch Secret Sauce is a high-carb applesauce mix designed to give you a portable, smooth fuel option when:
- you’re burnt out on gels
- you don’t want to chew solid food
- you need something easy on your gut
Think of it as an easy to swallow real-food gel alternative.
Base Recipe (200-Calorie Serving)
Start here:
- 2 scoops Skratch Super High-Carb Drink Mix (~53g)
- ½ cup applesauce (~122g)
Nutrition (approximate):
- 200 calories
- ~50g carbohydrates
- ~200 mg sodium
👉 This is your go-to baseline for steady fueling
How to Make a 400-Calorie Version
Need more fuel? Just scale it:
- 4 scoops Skratch Super High-Carb Drink Mix
- ~¾ cup applesauce
Nutrition (approximate):
- 400 calories
- ~100g carbohydrates
- ~400 mg sodium
Bottom line:
You can now match your fuel to your effort, not force every serving to be the same.
How to Use Secret Sauce During Training
- Add to a 250 mL soft flask for easy access
- Use as a pre-run or pre-ride snack or during
Flavor Ideas
Mix and match for taste:
- Tart: Lemon + Lime High Carb + applesauce
- Fruity: Raspberry High Carb + applesauce
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Fan favorite: Strawberry applesauce + Lemon + Lime High Carb(“strawberry lemonade”)
How to Customize It (Do Your “Me-Search”)
Everyone fuels differently. Try:
- 2 scoops vs. 4 scoops depending on intensity
- more applesauce for smoother texture
- less applesauce for thicker, gel-like consistency
👉 The goal: find what works for your gut and your effort
