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Apple Butter Recipe

Author: Evelyn Petrie
Transform humble apples into a rich, smooth spread that brightens your breakfast and delights your taste buds. Perfect for fall!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 hours
Total Time 10 hours 20 minutes
Course Condiment
Cuisine American
Servings 16 servings
Calories 60 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 5.5 lbs Soft, Sweet Apples
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar
  • ¾ cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon Ground Cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon Ground Cloves
  • 1 bean Vanilla Bean

Instructions
 

  • Core and chop the apples into small pieces, about ¼ inch each. Place them in the basin of a large slow cooker.
  • In a medium-sized bowl, mix the brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, salt, and ground cloves until well combined.
  • Pour the sugar mixture over the apples and stir until they are well coated.
  • Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 10 hours.
  • After 10 hours, use an immersion blender to puree the apples until smooth.
  • Scrape the inside of the vanilla bean into the apple puree (or add vanilla extract) and stir thoroughly.
  • Cook uncovered on low heat for an additional 2 hours, stirring occasionally to reach the desired thickness.
  • Store the apple butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 2 weeks, or freeze for several months.

Notes

  • Choose a mix of sweet and tart apples, adjust spices to your preference, use sterilized jars for long-term storage.

Nutrition

Calories: 60kcalCarbohydrates: 16gSodium: 1mgSugar: 14g
Keyword Apple Butter
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