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Apple Butter Grandma Style Recipe

This is the BEST apple butter recipe – a treasured family secret passed down through generations! Forget those other recipes; this one delivers unbelievably rich, smooth, and perfectly spiced apple butter. Grandma's time-tested method ensures a flavour explosion in every spoonful. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this easy-to-follow recipe.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 180 mins
Calories 527.1 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 4.6 (10 Reviews)
Apple Butter Grandma Style 90

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Apple Butter Grandma Style

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How to Make Apple Butter Grandma Style

  1. In an 8- or 10-quart pot, combine 12 cups peeled, cored, and chopped apples and 1 ½ cups apple cider or juice.
  2. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Carefully puree the apple mixture using a food processor or immersion blender until smooth.
  5. Return the pureed apple mixture to the pot.
  6. Stir in 3 cups granulated sugar (adjust to your preferred sweetness), 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon, 1 tablespoon ground cloves, and 1 teaspoon ground allspice.
  7. Bring the mixture back to a boil over medium heat.
  8. Reduce heat to the lowest setting. Cook uncovered, stirring frequently, for 1 ½ - 2 hours, or until the apple butter reaches a very thick, jam-like consistency. (The cooking time may vary depending on your stove and the moisture content of the apples).
  9. While the apple butter simmers, prepare your jars: Wash half-pint jars and lids in hot, soapy water and sterilize according to your canner's instructions.
  10. Ladle the hot apple butter into the sterilized jars, leaving ¼-inch headspace at the top.
  11. Wipe the rims of the jars clean with a damp cloth.
  12. Place lids on the jars and screw on the rings fingertip tight.
  13. Process jars in a boiling water bath for 5 minutes. (Add 1 minute for each 1,000 feet above sea level.)
  14. Remove jars carefully and let cool completely on a rack or towel. You should hear a satisfying 'pop' as the jars seal.
  15. Makes 5-6 half-pint jars. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

489g

Fat

0g

Carbs

45g

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