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A rich, deeply caramelized apple spread, slow-cooked for hours with warm spices until it's smooth and velvety. Perfect for toast, scones, or as a flavorful ingredient in both sweet and savory dishes.
For 16 servings
Prepare the Apples (20 minutes)
Combine Ingredients in Slow Cooker (5 minutes)
Initial Slow Cook (8-10 hours)
Blend to a Smooth Puree (5 minutes)
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A rich, deeply caramelized apple spread, slow-cooked for hours with warm spices until it's smooth and velvety. Perfect for toast, scones, or as a flavorful ingredient in both sweet and savory dishes.
This american recipe takes 620 minutes to prepare and yields 16 servings. At 141.37 calories per serving with 0.41g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for breakfast or brunch or snack.
Thicken the Apple Butter (1-2 hours)
Finish and Store (5 minutes + cooling time)
Cranberry Apple Butter: Add 1 cup of fresh or frozen cranberries along with the apples for a tart and festive flavor.
No Added Sugar: Omit the brown sugar and maple syrup. Use naturally sweet apples like Fuji or Gala. The result will be tarter and less jam-like but still delicious.
Spiced Pear Butter: Substitute the apples with 5 lbs of ripe pears (like Bosc or Anjou) for a different but equally delicious fruit butter.
Instant Pot Method: Cook on high pressure for 15 minutes, then natural release. Blend, and then use the 'Sauté' function (on low) to thicken the butter with the lid off, stirring frequently.
Apples are an excellent source of soluble and insoluble fiber, which aids in digestion, promotes gut health, and can help maintain stable blood sugar levels.
Apples contain antioxidants like quercetin and vitamin C. Additionally, spices like cinnamon and cloves are packed with polyphenols, which help combat oxidative stress in the body.
Cinnamon is known for its potential to help regulate blood sugar, while cloves and nutmeg have anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, adding a healthful boost to this delicious spread.
A 1/4 cup serving of this homemade apple butter contains approximately 145 calories, primarily from the natural sugars in the apples and the added brown sugar and maple syrup.
Apple butter can be part of a healthy diet in moderation. It contains fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants from the apples and spices. However, this recipe also contains added sugar, so it should be consumed as a treat or condiment rather than a primary health food.
The main difference is the cooking time and concentration. Apple butter is cooked much longer than applesauce, allowing the sugars to caramelize. This results in a darker color, thicker consistency, and a more intense, concentrated apple flavor.
Yes, you can. Combine all ingredients in a large, heavy-bottomed pot. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 2-3 hours, stirring often. Once soft, blend it and then continue to cook uncovered on low, stirring frequently, until thickened.
The dark color comes from the long, slow caramelization of the sugars. If your apple butter isn't dark enough, it likely just needs more time. Continue cooking it with the lid ajar to allow moisture to escape and the mixture to concentrate and darken.
To can apple butter, ladle the hot butter into sterilized canning jars, leaving 1/4-inch headspace. Wipe the rims, apply lids and rings, and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes (adjust for altitude). Let cool completely before checking the seals.