apple butter
Deliciously smooth apple butter with warm spices, perfect for spreading on toast or adding to your favorite recipes.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 lb apples peeled, cored, and chopped
- 1.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 0.25 tsp ground cloves
- 0.5 tsp ground nutmeg
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Combine apples, sugar, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt in a large slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 8 to 10 hours until the apples are very soft.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the apple mixture until smooth.
- Add apple cider vinegar and stir well.
- Cook uncovered on low for an additional 1 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until thickened to desired consistency.
- Transfer the apple butter to sterilized jars and let cool before sealing.
Notes
Store apple butter refrigerated for up to 3 weeks or freeze for longer storage.