Honey Apple Butter
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with this rich and velvety Honey Apple Butter! Made with fresh apples, fragrant cinnamon, and a touch of nutmeg, this recipe combines natural sweetness from honey with optional brown sugar for added depth. Slowly simmered to perfection, the apple mixture is blended into a silky spread and finished with a hint of vanilla for a warm, aromatic finish. With only a handful of wholesome ingredients, this homemade apple butter is free from preservatives, making it a healthier alternative to store-bought versions. Spread it on toast, swirl it into oatmeal, or spoon it over pancakes for a comforting burst of apple-cinnamon goodness in every bite. Perfect for fall breakfasts, snack spreads, or even as a thoughtful homemade gift, this Honey Apple Butter is easy to make yet incredibly satisfying.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 large Apples (peeled, cored, and sliced)
- 0.5 cup Honey
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar (optional, for added sweetness)
- 0.5 cup Water
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Peel, core, and slice the apples into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking.
In a large pot over medium heat, combine the sliced apples, water, honey, brown sugar (if using), ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
Stir the mixture well, cover the pot, and bring it to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and cook for about 60 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are very soft and start breaking down.
Remove the pot from heat and blend the apple mixture using an immersion blender until it is smooth and creamy. (Alternatively, transfer the mixture to a countertop blender in batches and blend until smooth.)
Return the pot to low heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Continue cooking uncovered for an additional 60 minutes, stirring often, until the mixture thickens to your desired butter-like consistency.
Taste and adjust sweetness or spices as needed.
Remove from heat and let cool completely. Transfer the Honey Apple Butter to sterilized jars and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer storage.
Enjoy on toast, biscuits, pancakes, or however you like!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1231 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.7 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 627 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 328.4 g | 119% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.3 g | 108% | |
| Total Sugars | 293.1 g | ||
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 172 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1442 mg | 31% | |
*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.
