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Grape Butter Recipe

Transform juicy grapes into luscious homemade grape butter! This irresistible recipe, perfect for spreading on toast or using in desserts, walks you through the process of creating a sweet and tangy spread from scratch. Learn how to achieve the perfect consistency with our detailed instructions and tips for testing doneness. Get ready to savor the rich, fruity flavor of homemade grape butter!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 245 mins
Calories 588.8 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 3.6 (7 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Grape Butter

  • 4 cups of seedless red grapes (or a mix of red and green grapes)
  • 1/2 cup of water
  • 1/4 cup of honey (or to taste)

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How to Make Grape Butter

  1. Combine 4 cups of grapes and 1/2 cup of water in a large stainless steel or enamel pot.
  2. Heat over medium-high heat, mashing the grapes frequently with a potato masher until they break down.
  3. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture begins to thicken (approximately 30 minutes).
  4. Stir frequently to prevent sticking and burning.
  5. Pour the grape mixture through a food mill to remove seeds and skins.
  6. Return the seedless grape pulp to the pot and cook over medium-low heat for 2-3 hours, stirring frequently. Cooking time may vary depending on the type of grape and desired consistency.
  7. To test for doneness, place a small spoonful of the grape butter onto a chilled plate. If a liquid ring forms around the drop, continue cooking and retest in 15 minutes.
  8. Repeat step 7 until no liquid ring appears around the dropped grape butter.
  9. Once the desired consistency is reached, taste and stir in 1/4 cup of honey (or to taste), if desired.
  10. Carefully ladle the hot grape butter into clean, sterilized jars, leaving 1/2 inch of headspace at the top.
  11. Seal the jars tightly.
  12. Process jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes at altitudes up to 1000 feet. For higher altitudes, increase processing time according to recommended guidelines.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

528g

Fat

2g

Carbs

51g

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