Cider Apple Butter *Hjvb93 B

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Slow-cooked spiced apple preserve with deep caramel notes and citrus brightness
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This rich, velvety apple butter is a timeless autumn treat, perfect for spreading on toast, stirring into oatmeal, or using as a glaze for pork. Made with cooking apples, fresh citrus, and a warm blend of cinnamon, allspice, and nutmeg, it offers a complex balance of sweet and tart flavors. The slow cooking process deepens the color and concentrates the taste, resulting in a thick, glossy spread that feels homemade and comforting. Ideal for fall gatherings, holiday breakfasts, or preserving the season’s harvest, this recipe yields a luxurious condiment that pairs beautifully with cheeses and baked goods.

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Cider Apple Butter *Hjvb93 B

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 1 Calories: 1043.0

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This rich, velvety apple butter is a timeless autumn treat, perfect for spreading on toast, stirring into oatmeal, or using as a glaze for pork. Made with cooking apples, fresh citrus, and a warm blend of cinnamon, allspice, and nutmeg, it offers a complex balance of sweet and tart flavors. The slow cooking process deepens the color and concentrates the taste, resulting in a thick, glossy spread that feels homemade and comforting. Ideal for fall gatherings, holiday breakfasts, or preserving the season's harvest, this recipe yields a luxurious condiment that pairs beautifully with cheeses and baked goods.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Core and quarter the 5 pounds of cooking apples, leaving the skins on.
  2. Place the apple pieces and 1 1/2 cups of apple cider into a large crockpot.
  3. Cover and cook on high heat until the apples are very soft and tender, approximately 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
  4. Carefully transfer the cooked apples and liquid into a blender or food processor in batches.
  5. Puree until completely smooth and free of lumps.
  6. Pour the puree back into the clean crockpot.
  7. Add 3 cups of brown sugar, ensuring it mixes well with the apple puree.
  8. Stir in the juice and grated peel of one lemon and one orange.
  9. Add 2 teaspoons cinnamon, 1 teaspoon allspice, 1/4 teaspoon cloves, and 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg.
  10. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
  11. Cover the crockpot and cook on high heat, stirring occasionally every hour, until the mixture thickens significantly and turns a deep mahogany color, about 4 hours.
  12. Once thickened, remove from heat. The apple butter will continue to thicken as it cools.
  13. Ladle the hot apple butter into sterilized jars for canning, or transfer to airtight containers to refrigerate for up to two weeks or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1043.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.4g3%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 127.5mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 271.5g91%
Dietary Fiber 15.1g61%
Sugars 244.0g
Protein 1.8g4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: apple butter, cider, spiced apples, slow cooker, crockpot, preserves, autumn, fall recipe, homemade jam, fruit spread, cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg, lemon zest, orange zest, brown sugar, cooking apples, breakfast spread
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