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Homemade Apple Butter

Homemade apple butter made in the slow cooker could not be easier! Simply mix up your apples, sugar, and spices and let it cook down all day (or overnight), puree it, and enjoy.

Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
12 hrs
Total Time
12 hrs 30 mins
Servings: 4 pints
Calories: 801 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 6½ pounds apples peeled, cored and sliced
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Instructions

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  1. Place apples in slow cooker. In a medium bowl, whisk together the sugars, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves and salt. Sprinkle over the apples and stir gently to combine. Cook on low for 10 hours.
  2. Stir in vanilla extract, breaking up any large chunks of apples that remain. Cover and cook for an additional 2 hours.
  3. Remove the lid and use an immersion blender to puree the apple butter until completely smooth or to desired consistency. (Alternately, you could puree in batches in a food processor or regular blender.) If you want the apple butter thicker, you can continue to cook it on low with the lid of the slow cooker slightly ajar so that steam can escape.
  4. Allow the mixture to cool, then spoon into jars and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month, or freeze for up to 1 year.

Notes

  • Nutritional values are based on one pint
  • Equipment: 6-quart slow cooker, 6-quart Instant Pot, or Dutch oven for stovetop.
  • For Blending: Use an immersion blender, food processor, or traditional blender.
  • Apples: Use your favorite or a combination of different varieties. See the post above for suggestions.
  • Refrigerator Storage – You can store the apple butter in the fridge for up to 1 month.
  • Freezer Storage – You can store the apple butter in the freezer for up to 1 year. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before using it.

Nutrition Information

Calories 801kcal (40%) Carbohydrates 207g (69%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 1g (2%) Sodium 169mg (7%) Potassium 861mg (25%) Fiber 18g (72%) Sugar 180g (360%) Vitamin A 400IU (8%) Vitamin C 33.9mg (38%) Calcium 110mg (11%) Iron 1.4mg (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4pints

Amount Per Serving

Calories 801

% Daily Value*

Calories 801kcal 40%
Carbohydrates 207g 69%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 1g 2%
Sodium 169mg 7%
Potassium 861mg 18%
Fiber 18g 72%
Sugar 180g 360%
Vitamin A 400IU 8%
Vitamin C 33.9mg 38%
Calcium 110mg 11%
Iron 1.4mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.