Crabapple Juice Recipe

Craft your own refreshing and tart crabapple juice – a delicious twist on cranberry juice! Perfect for adding a zing to punches, balancing overly sweet commercial juices, or simply enjoying on its own. This recipe utilizes the abundance of crabapples, making it a budget-friendly and flavorful option. Discover the surprisingly simple process of transforming fresh crabapples into a jewel-toned, tangy juice that's perfect for fall and winter.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 2910 mins
Calories 147.1 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Crabapple Juice

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How to Make Crabapple Juice

  1. Clean approximately 4 pounds of crabapples thoroughly.
  2. Gently wash the crabapples in a large bowl or sink filled with cold water to remove any dirt or debris.
  3. Bring 8 cups of water to a rolling boil in a large stockpot.
  4. Divide the cleaned crabapples evenly among several large pots or containers, filling each to slightly more than half capacity.
  5. Add 2 teaspoons of cream of tartar to the boiling water and stir until completely dissolved.
  6. Pour the cream of tartar solution evenly over the crabapples in each container, ensuring they are fully submerged.
  7. Allow the mixture to stand at room temperature for 24 hours.
  8. Carefully strain the juice through a jelly bag or fine-mesh sieve, collecting the liquid in a large bowl or container.
  9. Discard the used crabapples.
  10. To can the juice (optional): Sterilize jars and lids in boiling water for at least 10 minutes.
  11. Bring the strained juice to a gentle boil.
  12. Carefully fill the sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace.
  13. Wipe the jar rims clean, place the lids and rings on the jars, and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes (adjust processing time based on your altitude). Ensure the lids seal properly as the jars cool.
  14. Alternatively, store the juice in airtight containers in the freezer for up to 6 months.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

0g

Carbs

12g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Crabapple Juice?

Crabapple Juice takes about 2940 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 2910 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Crabapple Juice?

Crabapple Juice has approximately 147.1 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Crabapple Juice?

The key ingredients for Crabapple Juice are Boiling Water, Crabapples, Cream Of Tartar, Jelly. See the full list with measurements above.

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