Ingredients for Cranberry Apple Butter
- Mcintosh Apples
- 1/2 cup water
- 12 ounces (1 1/2 cups) fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup honey (or to taste)
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How to Make Cranberry Apple Butter
- Peel, core, and chop 3 pounds of apples (such as Honeycrisp or Fuji).
- In a large cast-iron casserole or Dutch oven, combine the chopped apples and 1/2 cup of water.
- Cover and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until the apples are very soft, about 20-25 minutes.
- Uncover and continue cooking on low heat, stirring frequently, until the apples form a thick puree, about 45-60 minutes. (Adjust cooking time depending on apple type and desired consistency).
- Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, combine 12 ounces (1 1/2 cups) fresh or frozen cranberries and 1/2 cup granulated sugar.
- Cook over low heat, stirring frequently, until the cranberries burst and form a thick puree, about 15-20 minutes.
- Press both the apple and cranberry purees through a fine-mesh sieve or food mill to remove any skins or seeds.
- Return the strained apple puree to the casserole.
- Cook over moderately low heat, stirring frequently, until very thick, about 15-20 minutes.
- Stir in 1/4 cup honey (or to taste).
- Add the strained cranberry puree and stir until well combined.
- Transfer the cranberry apple butter to a heatproof bowl and let cool completely.
- Pack into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Seal tightly and refrigerate for up to 1 month or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
32g
Fat
0g
Carbs
3g