Apple Butter Recipe

Slow-cooked to perfection, this homemade apple butter recipe bursts with warm autumnal spices and the sweet, tangy flavor of perfectly ripe apples. A delightful spread for toast, biscuits, or even ice cream! Get ready to savor the taste of fall!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 90 mins

Calories 541.2 kcal

Protein 2g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Apple Butter

6 pounds peeled apples
1 cup apple cider
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon ground allspice
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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.