Homemade Apple Spread
Transform your breakfast and snacks with this Homemade Apple Spread, a luscious and versatile treat packed with the warm flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Made from fresh, juicy apples simmered to perfection with a hint of lemon juice and vanilla extract, this spread achieves a perfect balance of sweetness and spice. Whether you prefer a velvety smooth texture or a rustic, chunky finish, this recipe is easily customizable to suit your taste. Ready in just over an hour, it's a quick and satisfying way to preserve the essence of fall in every jar. Use it as a topping for toast, pancakes, or oatmeal, or enjoy it as a naturally sweet complement to cheeses and charcuterie boards. Plus, it’s a delightful homemade gift idea!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 medium Apples
- 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 0.125 teaspoons Ground cloves
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cups Water
Instructions
Peel, core, and dice the apples into small chunks. Aim for uniform pieces to ensure even cooking.
In a large saucepan, combine the apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, lemon juice, and water. Stir well to coat the apples in the mixture.
Set the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and cook for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally. The apples should become very soft and start to break down.
Remove the lid and use a potato masher or an immersion blender to achieve your desired consistency. For a smoother spread, blend until completely smooth. For a chunkier texture, leave some apple pieces intact.
Stir in the vanilla extract and continue cooking uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the mixture thickens to your liking.
Taste and adjust seasoning or sweetness, if necessary. Allow the apple spread to cool slightly.
Transfer the apple spread to clean, airtight jars or containers. Let it cool to room temperature before sealing and storing in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1308 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.2 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 28 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 340.7 g | 124% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.1 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 300.5 g | ||
| Protein | 3.3 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 134 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1274 mg | 27% | |
*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.
