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Apple Butter

Homemade Apple Butter That'll Transform Your Fall Mornings

This homemade apple butter is a delightful blend of spices and apples, perfect for fall mornings and gifting.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 hours
Cooling Time 1 day
Total Time 12 hours
Servings: 16 ounces
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Apple Butter
  • 6 cups Apples A blend of varieties recommended.
  • 1 cup Sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Optional; can substitute with nutmeg.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Essential spice for flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cloves Use sparingly to avoid overpowering.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Allspice Optional; complements apples.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Optional; adds nuttiness.
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances flavors.

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • Blender
  • Jar Lifter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash, core, and slice apples; peeling is optional.
  2. Place apples in the crockpot and add sugar and spices.
  3. Set crockpot to low and cook for 8-12 hours.
  4. Blend the mixture until smooth or to desired texture.
  5. Store in containers or proceed to can.
  6. Process jars in boiling water bath for 10 minutes if canning.
  7. Cool jars for 12-24 hours and store properly.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 14gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 5mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Consider using a mix of apple varieties for the best flavor profile. Adjust sweetness to taste and monitor consistency during blending.

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