Simple Apple Butter

Transform your kitchen into a cozy haven with this homemade Simple Apple Butter recipe, featuring the rich sweetness of fresh apples and the warm spices of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Slow-cooked to perfection in a crockpot, this easy apple butter boasts a velvety texture that’s irresistibly smooth, with hints of vanilla and caramelized sugars to elevate every spoonful. With just 15 minutes of prep time and effortless cooking, it’s an ideal way to capture the essence of autumn in every batch. Perfect for spreading on toast, muffins, or biscuits, or even stirring into your favorite desserts, this versatile apple spread makes a delightful addition to any meal. Plus, its long-lasting freshness ensures you’ll savor fall flavors well into winter. Keywords: homemade apple butter, slow cooker recipe, fall spread, cinnamon apple butter, easy preserve recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:495 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 6 cups apples (peeled, cored, and chopped)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Peel, core, and chop the apples into small chunks. Measure out 6 cups of chopped apples.

Step 2

Place the chopped apples into a slow cooker and add water. Stir to combine.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, mix the granulated sugar, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, and salt.

Step 4

Sprinkle the sugar-spice mixture over the apples in the slow cooker. Stir well to coat the apples evenly.

Step 5

Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8-10 hours, stirring occasionally, until the apples are very soft and caramelized. If the mixture becomes too thick, you can add a tablespoon or two of water to loosen it.

Step 6

Once the apples are very soft, use an immersion blender to puree the mixture until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, carefully transfer the mixture in batches to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Return the puree to the slow cooker if needed.

Step 7

Stir in the vanilla extract and taste. Adjust seasonings or sweetness if desired.

Step 8

Leave the lid slightly ajar and cook on low for another 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the apple butter is thick enough to hold its shape on a spoon.

Step 9

Turn off the heat and let the apple butter cool slightly. Transfer to sterilized jars or airtight containers for storage.

Step 10

Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or in the freezer for up to 6 months. Serve as a spread for bread, muffins, or biscuits, or use as a flavorful ingredient in baking recipes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1905.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2085.2

Total Fat 3.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 651.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 547.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.4g	0%
Total Sugars 498.5g
Protein 4.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 270.3mg	0%
Iron 3.0mg	0%
Potassium 1759.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.3%

Protein: 0.8%

Carbs: 97.9%