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Easy Slow Cooker Apple Butter Recipe from Scratch Perfect for Fall

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A cozy and easy slow cooker apple butter recipe made from scratch using simple ingredients. Perfect for fall, this sweet and spiced spread is great on toast, oatmeal, or yogurt.

Ingredients

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  • 5 pounds (about 10 medium) apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
  • 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100 grams) brown sugar, packed
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) water

Instructions

  1. Peel, core, and chop about 5 pounds (2.3 kg) of apples into roughly 1-inch chunks.
  2. Add the chopped apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, cloves, allspice, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and water into the slow cooker.
  3. Stir everything well with a wooden spoon or heatproof spatula to evenly coat the apples with spices and sugars.
  4. Set the slow cooker to low and cover. Cook for 8 to 10 hours until the apples break down and caramelize.
  5. If awake, stir gently every 3-4 hours to prevent sticking, though this is optional.
  6. After about 8 hours, check for thickness. If too runny, cook for an additional 1-2 hours.
  7. Use an immersion blender to puree the apple butter to your desired consistency, or blend in batches with a regular blender and return to the slow cooker to warm.
  8. Pour the apple butter into sterilized jars or airtight containers. Let cool completely before sealing and refrigerating.

Notes

Use a mix of sweet and tart apples like Fuji, Gala, and Granny Smith for balanced flavor. Stir occasionally during cooking if possible to prevent sticking. If apple butter is too runny after blending, cook uncovered on high for 30-60 minutes to thicken. Variations include swapping spices or sweeteners and adding fruits like cranberries or pumpkin puree. Avoid metal utensils if using a ceramic slow cooker insert.

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