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Best Apple Butter Recipe

Best Apple Butter Recipe

A smooth, spiced apple spread cooked slowly for deep flavor and thick consistency.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Cooling 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

  • Apple Butter:
  • 4 pounds apples peeled, cored, and chopped
  • 1 cup apple cider or juice
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp nutmeg
  • ¼ tsp cloves
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Cook apples until soft, then blend until smooth.
  • Add sugar and spices and cook slowly until thick.
  • Stir frequently and finish with vanilla.
  • Cool and store.

Notes

Cook low and slow for the best flavor
Stir often to prevent burning
Blend for smooth texture
Adjust sweetness to taste