🍎 Perfect Apple Butter Recipe 🍏
Total Time: 1 hour and 45 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Servings: 32
Yield: 4 half-pint jars
Description:
Indulge in the luscious goodness of Perfect Apple Butter with this delightful recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. Elevate your culinary experience with the sweet aroma and velvety texture of this apple-infused delight. Ideal for gatherings, this recipe promises an easy and enjoyable cooking journey, making it perfect for both novice and experienced chefs.
Ingredients:
- 6 sweet apples
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 12.2
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 0.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 3.2g
- Fiber: 0.6g
- Sugar: 2.4g
- Protein: 0.1g
Instructions:
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Prepare the Apples:
- Gather 6 sweet apples and peel, core, and slice them into thin, even pieces.
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Simmer in Cider:
- In a heavy saucepan over medium heat, combine the sliced apples and 1 cup of apple cider.
- Stir frequently until the mixture comes to a gentle boil.
Time Action 0:00 Place apples and cider in the saucepan over medium heat. -
Slow Cook to Perfection:
- Lower the heat to a simmer, and continue stirring frequently for approximately 1 hour.
- The apple slices will gradually disintegrate, and the butter will thicken to perfection.
Time Action 0:15 Continue simmering and stirring. 0:45 Check the texture – apples should be disintegrated, and butter thick. -
Infuse with Cinnamon:
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
- Revel in the warm, aromatic embrace of cinnamon melding with the apple goodness.
Time Action 1:15 Stir in ground cinnamon. -
Jar and Seal the Goodness:
- Pour the heavenly apple butter into sterilized jars, leaving just the right amount of headspace.
- Seal the jars securely and process them according to the directions in a reputable canning guide.
Time Action 1:30 Pour into sterilized jars. Seal them tightly. 1:45 Process according to canning guide.
Cook’s Tips:
- For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a hint of nutmeg or cloves to the apple butter during the simmering stage.
- Adjust the sweetness according to your preference by varying the apple varieties used.
Serve and Enjoy:
Garnish your morning toast, pancakes, or yogurt with a dollop of this Perfect Apple Butter. Share the joy by gifting jars to loved ones, spreading the warmth of homemade goodness. Elevate your culinary skills and relish the simplicity of this recipe, turning ordinary moments into extraordinary memories. 🌟
