Mouthwatering Apple Butter
Mouthwatering Apple Butter is a delightful spread that captures the essence of autumn in every jar. With its rich blend of sweet and tart apples, warm spices, and a hint of tang, this homemade apple butter evokes nostalgia with each bite. Perfect for slathering on toast, pancakes, or pairing with cheese boards, it’s an ideal addition to your fall gatherings or a thoughtful gift for loved ones.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–8 medium apples (mix of Fuji and Granny Smith)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp grated nutmeg
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Prepare the apples by washing, peeling, and coring them. Cut into quarters.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add the chopped apples and water; cover and cook for 20-25 minutes until soft.
- Blend the softened apples using an immersion blender until smooth.
- Stir in brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and apple cider vinegar; mix well.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 1-2 hours until thickened, stirring occasionally.
- Ladle hot apple butter into sterilized jars, seal tightly, and cool before refrigerating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 57
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg