Description

Get ready to fill your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of homemade apple butter bliss! This smooth and spiced delight is perfect for spreading on toast, drizzling over pancakes, or just sneaking a spoonful straight from the jar. Here’s how to whip up a batch of this fall favorite right at home.

Ingredients

Scale

6 pounds of apples, peeled, cored, and sliced (about 12 medium apples)
2 cups granulated sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Apples

Start by placing your apple slices into a large slow cooker. It’s time for these apples to cozy up for a long, sweet simmer.

Step 2: Add the Ingredients

Add sugar, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt to the mix. Give everything a good stir, ensuring the apples are coated in all that sweet and spicy goodness.

Step 3: Slow Cook

Cover the slow cooker and set it on low for about 10-12 hours. Let the magic happen overnight or while you go about your day.

Step 4: Blend the Mixture

Once the apples have turned soft and a dark brown shade, it’s time for a power blend! Use an immersion blender to achieve that smooth, buttery perfection.

Step 5: Add Vanilla

Stir in the vanilla extract for a delightful finishing touch.

Step 6: Jarring the Apple Butter

Grab some jars and fill them up with your apple butter. If you’re into canning, process them in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes to seal the deal!

Notes

Serving Suggestions

Enjoy your homemade apple butter on toast, pancakes, or simply straight from the jar.

Storage Tips

Store the sealed jars in a cool, dark place. Once opened, refrigerate and use within a few weeks.

Nutritional Information

Each serving is approximately 40 kcal, 11g carbohydrates, 10g sugars, and 2% DV of Vitamin C.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10-12 hours