Traditional Apple Butter Spread Recipe
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Nutritional Guidelines (per serving) | |
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10 | Calories |
0g | Fat |
2g | Carbs |
0g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings: 32 | |
Amount per serving | |
Calories | 10 |
% Daily Value* | |
Total Fat 0g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 0g | 0% |
Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
Sodium 0mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 2g | 1% |
Dietary Fiber 0g | 2% |
Protein 0g | |
Calcium 2mg | 0% |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. |
Apple Butter is common throughout Eastern Europe. With only three ingredients in the recipe -- apples, water, and sugar -- it was an easy project for an overabundance of fruit.
Today, we have microwaves and slow cookers that take the drudgery out of keeping a watchful eye on the pot. This recipe easily can be increased. It's low in sugar, as all fruit butters are, and makes a great topping for breads, rolls, ice cream and cakes.
Ingredients
- 1 pound apples (washed, quartered, and cored)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 to 1 cup sugar
- 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon cloves
Steps to Make It
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Gather the ingredients.
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In a medium saucepan, combine apples and water.
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Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer until apples look like applesauce, stirring occasionally.
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Pass the puree through a sieve or food mill.
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Mix the strained puree with the sugar and spices and choose one of the following cooking methods.
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Slow Cooker Method
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Place sweetened pulp in a slow cooker with the lid partially off to let steam escape.
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Set at low and cook, stirring occasionally, for 6 to 12 hours or overnight, until thick enough so the butter doesn't run off a spoon when turned upside down.
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Microwave Method
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Place sweetened pulp in a microwave-safe bowl and cook for 20 minutes at a time.
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Stir frequently until thick enough so the butter doesn't run off a spoon when turned upside down.
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Stovetop Method
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Place sweetened pulp in a medium saucepan and cook over medium-low heat.
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Stir frequently, for 1 to 2 hours or until thick enough so the butter doesn't run off a spoon when turned upside down.
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Oven Method
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Heat oven to 250 F.
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Place sweetened pulp in a heatproof casserole dish or roaster.
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Bake, stirring only occasionally, for 1 to 3 hours or until thick enough so the butter doesn't run off a spoon when turned upside down.
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Can the Apple Butter
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Place hot butter in hot sterilized jars, leaving 1/4-inch headspace.
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Cover with hot sterilized lids and rings.
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Process in a water bath for 10 minutes.
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Remove to counter and allow to cool before storing in a cool, dry, dark place.
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Tips
- If you don't process in a water bath, the butter can be kept refrigerated for up to three weeks or frozen for up to one year.
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