Caramel Apple Butter
Indulge in the warm, cozy flavors of fall with this irresistible Caramel Apple Butter, a luscious spread that captures the essence of caramelized apples and aromatic spices. Made with a blend of fresh apples, brown and granulated sugars, and a touch of butter and vanilla, this slow-cooked delight is infused with cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves for a perfectly spiced richness. The slow cooker does all the hard work, transforming simple ingredients into a velvety, thick spread over hours of low, gentle heat. Perfect for slathering on toast, pancakes, or waffles, or as a decadent dessert topping, this easy homemade caramel apple butter is a must-try seasonal treat. Plus, it’s a fantastic gift idea for friends and family! With just a handful of ingredients and minimal effort, you can savor the comforting taste of autumn year-round.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups apples (peeled, cored, and chopped)
- 0.75 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cups brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cloves
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups water
- 1 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
Wash, peel, core, and chop the apples into small chunks.
In a large slow cooker, combine the chopped apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, water, and lemon juice. Stir to ensure the apples are evenly coated.
Add the ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, and salt. Stir well to evenly distribute the spices.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 8-10 hours, stirring occasionally. The apples will soften and begin to break down.
After the apples are tender, puree the mixture using an immersion blender or transfer it to a blender in batches. Blend until smooth.
Return the pureed mixture to the slow cooker and continue cooking uncovered on low heat for an additional 2-4 hours, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens to the desired consistency.
Towards the end of cooking, stir in the unsalted butter and vanilla extract. Mix well until fully incorporated.
Turn off the slow cooker and let the caramel apple butter cool slightly.
Transfer the apple butter to sterilized jars or airtight containers and refrigerate. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or frozen for longer storage.
Serve on toast, pancakes, waffles, or as a topping for desserts!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1958 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.2 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.5 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 645 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 460.9 g | 168% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.0 g | 129% | |
| Total Sugars | 413.6 g | ||
| Protein | 4.7 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 221 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1722 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
