Apple Butter – a delicious recipe with tart apples, apple cider, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground allspice, ground cloves. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.
Serves 4
Baking & Desserts
Servings:persons
1
Quarter apples and remove stems.
2
Do not peel or core.
3
Place apples and apple cider in a dutch oven or large pot.
4
Slowly bring up to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until apples are mushy.
5
Put cooked apples through a food mill or sieve to remove the skin and seeds.
6
Measure the pulp and put it back in the pot, along with the spices, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
7
Add 1/3 cup sugar for each cup of pulp, using equal parts brown sugar and granulated sugar.
8
Cook over low heat for several hours, stirring frequently to prevent mixture from scorching on the bottom.
9
Apple butter is done when no liquid seeps from the edges when a spoonful is dropped onto a saucer.
10
Pack into hot sterile jars and seal as directed by manufacturer.
916
kcal
Calories
238
g
Carbs
Carbs
* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.
No additional tips available.
No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.
You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 quarts tart apples, 1 cup fresh unsweetened apple cider, 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, and more.
Yes, Apple Butter falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.
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