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Homemade Apple Butter from Scratch

Homemade Apple Butter from Scratch: Cozy Fall Delight

Enjoy the delightful taste of homemade apple butter from scratch, packed with fresh apples and spices, perfect for canning.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 jars
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Apple Base
  • 6 cups Chopped Apples A mix of sweet and tart varieties recommended.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Can be swapped with apple cider vinegar.
For Sweetness and Spice
  • 1 cup Sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 2 teaspoons Cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon Cloves

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Large pot
  • Immersion blender
  • Sterilized Jars

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Apples: Rinse, core, and chop the apples into small pieces, leaving the skin on.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a pot or slow cooker, mix chopped apples with sugar, lemon juice, and spices.
  3. Cook the Mixture: Cook on low for 6-8 hours in a slow cooker or on medium for 1.5-2 hours on the stovetop.
  4. Blend the Apple Butter: Use an immersion blender to puree the mixture to desired smoothness.
  5. Store or Can the Apple Butter: Transfer to sterilized jars while hot and seal for storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 38gPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin C: 5mg

Notes

Use a mix of Honeycrisp and Granny Smith apples for best results. Adjust spices to taste and follow canning guidelines for shelf stability.

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