Pressure Cooker Apple Butter Recipe

Forget hours of simmering! This pressure cooker apple butter recipe delivers incredible flavor in a fraction of the time. Using an electric pressure cooker ensures perfectly cooked, non-scorched apple butter every time. This recipe offers instructions for both smooth and chunky versions, so you can customize it to your preference. Get ready for the easiest, most delicious apple butter you've ever made!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 150 mins
Calories 45.6 kcal
Protein 0g
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Ingredients for Pressure Cooker Apple Butter

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How to Make Pressure Cooker Apple Butter

  1. Core and slice 6 pounds of apples (about 10-12 medium apples).
  2. Place the sliced apples in a 4-quart electric pressure cooker.
  3. Add 1/2 cup apple cider or water to prevent burning.
  4. Secure the lid and cook on high pressure for 75 minutes.
  5. Allow the pressure to release naturally for 20 minutes, then manually release any remaining pressure.
  6. Carefully transfer the cooked apples to a blender or food processor. For a chunkier version, skip this step and proceed to step 8.
  7. Blend or process until smooth (or leave chunky).
  8. Return the apples (blended or chunky) to the pressure cooker.
  9. Stir in 1 cup packed light brown sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice, and a pinch of salt.
  10. Cook on high pressure for an additional 15 minutes.
  11. Allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then manually release any remaining pressure.
  12. Stir well and taste; add more sugar or spices to taste, if desired.
  13. Transfer the hot apple butter into sterilized 2-quart jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace.
  14. Wipe the jar rims clean, apply lids and rings, and process in a boiling water bath according to canning guidelines for 10 minutes (or longer, depending on your altitude).
  15. Alternatively, refrigerate or freeze the apple butter in airtight containers for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

41g

Fat

0g

Carbs

3g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Pressure Cooker Apple Butter?

Pressure Cooker Apple Butter takes about 170 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 150 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Pressure Cooker Apple Butter?

Pressure Cooker Apple Butter has approximately 45.6 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Pressure Cooker Apple Butter?

The key ingredients for Pressure Cooker Apple Butter are Apples, Cider Vinegar, Brown Sugar, Cinnamon, Ground Cloves. See the full list with measurements above.

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