Instant Pot Apple Butter With Cointreau (Orange Liqueur)

Name: Instant Pot Apple Butter With Cointreau (Orange Liqueur)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 28 Servings or 3.5 cups total
Ingredients: 3 ½ pounds medium-sized mixed apples (about 1.5 kg); ¼ cup butter; ⅓ cup coconut sugar; ⅓ cup molasses; 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder; ½ teaspoon ground cloves; ½ teaspoon ground ginger; ½ teaspoon allspice; 1 pinch of salt; ½ cup Cointreau (orange liqueur)

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Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings
28 Servings or 3.5 cups total
Calories
79 kcal
Course
Condiments
Cuisine
American

Instant Pot Apple Butter With Cointreau (Orange Liqueur)

Jessica Duke

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This deliciously spiced Instant Pot Apple Butter is a fall favorite. This recipe requires no peeling and minimal chopping. Enjoy as a dessert, or serve on toast, stirred in yogurts, oatmeal, or chia seed pudding, or enjoy as a topping with more savory dishes. It's just finger-licking good!

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Ingredients

Servings

3 ½ pounds medium-sized mixed apples (about 1.5 kg) About 9 to 10 apples
¼ cup butter 55 grams
⅓ cup coconut sugar 50 grams
⅓ cup molasses 105 grams
1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
½ teaspoon ground cloves
½ teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon allspice
1 pinch of salt
½ cup Cointreau (orange liqueur) 100 ml

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Instructions

Core apples and slice into eights—set aside.
Press the "Sauté" button on the instant pot. Add the butter and sauté until butter is melted.
Stir in the apples, coconut sugar, molasses, and all the spices as well as the pinch of salt until well combined with the butter.
Turn off the "Sauté" button and pour over the Cointreau. Give it a good stir.
Put the lid on the Instant Pot, set the vent to sealing, then press "Pressure Cook" (make sure it's on high pressure). Adjust the time to 20 minutes and make sure the "keep warm" button is off.
It will take about 10 minutes to build up pressure before the 20 minutes time starts.
When the timer is finished, turn the dial to the VENT position and let the steam release. Remove lid.
Blend the apple mixture with an immersion or regular blender until smooth. Be very careful since it will be quite hot!
Press the "Sauté" button and sauté for an additional 5 minutes on "Normal" to thicken the apple butter. Make sure you stir occasionally so it does not burn.
I usually use a large lid from another pot to cover as it tends to splatter a bit. If you like your apple butter to be thicker than mine, then continue to sauté until you have the desired thickness.
Turn off the instant pot.
Spoon into jars, let it cool, and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer storage.

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Notes

It is best to use a splatter guard when sauteing the pureed apple butter to obtain a thicker consistency. Or use a large lid from another pot to cover as it tends to splatter a bit. Stir occasionally until you obtain the desired thickness to avoid burning. It's worth noting that the flavors tend to intensify after a day or two, so exercise patience for a more robust taste. Store it in Mason jars or airtight containers in the fridge for up to two weeks. Or freeze for longer, stored in freezer-save containers (up to 6 months). Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before using it. 28 servings converts to 2 tablespoons per person.
It is best to use a splatter guard when sauteing the pureed apple butter to obtain a thicker consistency. Or use a large lid from another pot to cover as it tends to splatter a bit.
Stir occasionally until you obtain the desired thickness to avoid burning.
It's worth noting that the flavors tend to intensify after a day or two, so exercise patience for a more robust taste.
Store it in Mason jars or airtight containers in the fridge for up to two weeks. Or freeze for longer, stored in freezer-save containers (up to 6 months). Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before using it.
28 servings converts to 2 tablespoons per person.
Apple Variety: Experiment with various apple types, from Granny Smith's tartness to Honeycrisp's sweetness, to create a unique apple butter profile each time you make it.
Apple Variety: Experiment with various apple types, from Granny Smith's tartness to Honeycrisp's sweetness, to create a unique apple butter profile each time you make it.
Sweetness Level: If you prefer less sweet apple butter, reduce the amount of coconut sugar or molasses or opt for other sweeteners like maple syrup.
Sweetness Level: If you prefer less sweet apple butter, reduce the amount of coconut sugar or molasses or opt for other sweeteners like maple syrup.
Citrus Twist: Instead of Cointreau, experiment with other citrus liqueurs or fresh citrus zest for a bright, zesty note. Or omit and add apple juice or cider for a lighter taste.
Citrus Twist: Instead of Cointreau, experiment with other citrus liqueurs or fresh citrus zest for a bright, zesty note. Or omit and add apple juice or cider for a lighter taste.
Vegan Delight: Make your apple butter entirely plant-based using coconut butter or omitting butter altogether. Although I highly recommend adding it as a base because it creates a richer flavor.
Vegan Delight: Make your apple butter entirely plant-based using coconut butter or omitting butter altogether. Although I highly recommend adding it as a base because it creates a richer flavor.
Thicker: Adjust the thickness of your apple butter by simmering it longer to thicken.
Thicker: Adjust the thickness of your apple butter by simmering it longer to thicken.
Sugar Alternatives: Swap coconut sugar for other sweeteners like brown sugar or Monk fruit to cater to dietary needs or taste preferences.
Sugar Alternatives: Swap coconut sugar for other sweeteners like brown sugar or Monk fruit to cater to dietary needs or taste preferences.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 79kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 15g (5%) Protein 0.2g (0%) Fat 2g (3%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g Monounsaturated Fat 0.4g Trans Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 4mg (1%) Sodium 17mg (1%) Potassium 123mg (4%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 13g (26%) Vitamin A 82IU (2%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 14mg (1%) Iron 0.3mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 28Servings or 3.5 cups total

Amount Per Serving

Calories 79 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	79kcal	4%
Carbohydrates	15g	5%
Protein	0.2g	0%
Fat	2g	3%
Saturated Fat	1g	5%
Polyunsaturated Fat	0.1g	1%
Monounsaturated Fat	0.4g	2%
Trans Fat	0.1g	5%
Cholesterol	4mg	1%
Sodium	17mg	1%
Potassium	123mg	3%
Fiber	1g	4%
Sugar	13g	26%
Vitamin A	82IU	2%
Vitamin C	3mg	3%
Calcium	14mg	1%
Iron	0.3mg	2%