Crockpot Spiced Apple Butter

Crockpot Spiced Apple Butter

A rich and flavorful spread made from fresh apples and warming spices, perfect for toast or as a dessert topping.

Servings: 24 | Cook Time: 480 minutes

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 500 minutes

Ingredients

• 6 lbs apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Prepare Apples: Place the chopped apples into the slow cooker.
2. Add Spices: Sprinkle the granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt over the apples.
3. Initial Cooking: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, stirring occasionally, until the apples are very tender.
4. Blend: Use an immersion blender to puree the mixture until smooth.
5. Final Cooking: Stir in the vanilla extract, cover, and continue to cook on low for 1 hour.
6. Cool and Store: Allow the apple butter to cool before transferring to airtight containers for storage.

Tips

• Use a mix of apple varieties for a more complex flavor.
• Stir occasionally during cooking to prevent sticking.
• Store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or freeze for longer storage.

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