Red Hot Apple Butter Crock Pot Recipe

Spice up your fall with this irresistible Red Hot Apple Butter! Made easily in a slow cooker or on the stovetop, this recipe delivers a sweet and spicy treat perfect for spreading on toast, biscuits, or enjoying straight from the spoon. Using fresh apples (easily prepped with our instructions) or convenient canned applesauce, you control the flavor and texture. The secret ingredient? Red Hot candies for a delightful kick! Get ready for a cozy and flavorful autumn experience.

Prep Time 30 mins

Cook Time 725 mins

Calories 747.5 kcal

Protein 1g

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How to Make Red Hot Apple Butter Crock Pot

Peel, core, and chop 6 medium apples (about 3 pounds) if using fresh. If using applesauce, skip to step 2.
In a large bowl, combine the chopped apples (or 2 (24 ounce) cans of applesauce), 1 cup packed light brown sugar, 1/2 cup apple cider, 1/4 cup red hot candies, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves.
Transfer the mixture to your slow cooker.
Cook on low for 12-18 hours, or on high for 6-8 hours, stirring occasionally. Check for desired thickness; longer cooking time results in a thicker consistency. For stovetop cooking, simmer in a heavy-bottomed pot, stirring frequently, until thickened (approximately 1-2 hours).
Once the apple butter has reached your desired thickness and dark brown color, remove it from the heat. Let cool slightly.
Transfer to sterilized jars, leaving 1/2 inch headspace. Process in a boiling water bath for 20 minutes (using proper canning techniques) for long-term storage. Refrigerate if not canning, and store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

499g

Fat

Carbs

64g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Red Hot Apple Butter Crock Pot?

Red Hot Apple Butter Crock Pot takes about 755 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 725 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Red Hot Apple Butter Crock Pot?

Red Hot Apple Butter Crock Pot has approximately 747.5 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 64 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Red Hot Apple Butter Crock Pot?

The key ingredients for Red Hot Apple Butter Crock Pot are Applesauce, Sugar, Apple Pie Spice, Nutmeg, Cinnamon, Red Hot Candies. See the full list with measurements above.