Homemade Crockpot Apple Butter
Indulge in the warm, nostalgic aroma of homemade crockpot apple butter. This simple recipe transforms fresh apples into a rich, velvety spread infused with spices, perfect for elevating your breakfast or snack time. Slather it on toast, pancakes, or simply enjoy it by the spoonful. With minimal effort and maximum flavor, this apple butter is an irresistible treat that will fill your home with sweet memories.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups apples (a mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and chopped
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp cinnamon (freshly ground)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg (ground)
- 1/4 tsp cloves (ground)
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples: Peel, core, and chop the apples into small chunks.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the chopped apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and lemon juice until well coated.
- Cook: Transfer the apple mixture to a crockpot and set to low heat for 6-8 hours.
- Stir Occasionally: Gently stir every couple of hours to help break down the apples.
- Blend: After cooking, use an immersion blender for a smooth consistency or leave some chunks for texture.
- Cool and Store: Allow to cool before transferring to jars. Refrigerate for up to two weeks or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg