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Crockpot Apple Butter

A rich and flavorful apple butter made effortlessly in a crockpot, perfect for spreading on toast or adding to recipes.
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Course: Condiment, Spread
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Apple Butter, Crockpot, Preserve
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 50kcal

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 6 cups apples, peeled, cored, and chopped Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for depth of flavor.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Adjust based on the sweetness of the apples.
  • 1 cup brown sugar Packed.
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon Ground.
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg Ground.
  • 1 teaspoon allspice Ground.
  • 1/4 teaspoon cloves Ground.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt To enhance flavor.
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar For acidity and balance.

Instructions

Prepare the Apples

  • Peel, core, and chop the apples into small pieces, about 1-inch chunks. This helps them cook down evenly and quickly.

Combine Ingredients

  • In the crockpot, combine the chopped apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, cloves, salt, and apple cider vinegar. Stir well to ensure the apples are evenly coated with the sugars and spices.

Cook the Apple Butter

  • Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 8 hours. This slow cooking process allows the apples to break down and meld with the spices, creating a rich flavor.
  • After 8 hours, check the consistency of the apple butter. If it is too chunky for your liking, use an immersion blender to puree it to your desired smoothness.

Finish and Store

  • Once the apple butter has reached your desired consistency, taste it and adjust the sweetness or spices if necessary.
  • Transfer the apple butter to sterilized jars while still warm. Seal tightly and let cool before storing in the refrigerator.
  • Apple butter can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or canned for longer storage.

Notes

For a deeper flavor, consider adding a splash of bourbon or maple syrup during the cooking process. This recipe is easily scalable; adjust the ingredient amounts based on your crockpot size.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoon | Calories: 50kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 30mg | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin C: 2mg