Ingredients for Apple Butter
- 6 pounds of peeled and cored apples
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- Ground Cinnamon
- Ground Cloves
- Allspice
- Ginger
How to Make Apple Butter
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Core and quarter 6 pounds of peeled apples.
- In a 4-6 quart kettle, combine the apples with 1 cup of apple cider.
- Cook over medium heat for 30 minutes, or until apples are very soft, stirring occasionally.
- Carefully transfer the cooked apples to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. (You may need to do this in batches).
- Return the blended apples to the kettle.
- Add 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, ¼ teaspoon ground allspice, and ¼ teaspoon ground cloves.
- Bring to a gentle boil, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. Continue to cook and stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 30-45 minutes, or until the apple butter reaches your desired thickness, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Remove from heat and let cool completely. Store in airtight containers in the refrigerator or freezer.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
498g
Fat
0g
Carbs
47g
