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Crockpot Apple Butter

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A simple recipe for making smooth and flavorful apple butter in your slow cooker. This recipe is perfect for a hands-off approach to creating a delicious fall spread.

Ingredients

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  • 4 pounds apples (about 10–12 medium), peeled, cored, and sliced
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (optional, adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place the sliced apples in your slow cooker.
  2. Add water, sugar (if using), cinnamon, allspice, cloves, and nutmeg.
  3. Stir to combine.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until the apples are very soft.
  5. Carefully transfer the cooked apples and liquid to a blender or use an immersion blender to puree until smooth. Work in batches if necessary.
  6. Return the pureed apple butter to the slow cooker.
  7. Remove the lid and cook on low for another 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the apple butter has thickened to your desired consistency.
  8. Stir in lemon juice, if using.
  9. Let cool before serving or storing.

Notes

  • You can leave the peels on the apples for a richer flavor and color, but you will need to strain the apple butter through a food mill or sieve after cooking to remove the skins.
  • For a sugar-free version, omit the sugar and add a sugar substitute if desired, or rely on the natural sweetness of the apples.
  • Apple butter can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, or frozen for up to 3 months. You can also can it for longer shelf-life.

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