Description
Homemade apple butter is a warm and comforting spread that captures the essence of autumn with its rich flavors and spices. This easy recipe transforms fresh apples into a velvety butter that’s perfect for spreading on toast, adding to pancakes, or enjoying straight from the jar. With just a handful of ingredients and simple steps, you can create a delicious treat that will impress your family and friends. Ideal for breakfast or as a thoughtful gift, this homemade apple butter not only brings nostalgia but also enhances any meal with its delightful sweetness.
Ingredients
- 4 lbs apples (10 small-medium)
- ½ cup apple juice (or cider)
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Core and chop the apples into chunks (peeling is optional) and place them in a large stock pot.
- Add apple juice, lemon juice, brown sugar, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. Stir until combined.
- Cover the pot and cook over medium-low heat for 1-2 hours until apples are soft.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the mixture until smooth.
- Cook for an additional 30-60 minutes on low heat until thickened and dark brown.
- Spoon hot apple butter into jars, seal tightly, and refrigerate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Breakfast/Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Choose sweet varieties like Fuji or Honeycrisp for the best flavor. Adjust sweetness by adding more sugar after blending if desired. Apple butter can be frozen for up to one year.