Cozy Slow Cooker Apple Butter Recipe Easy Warm Spices Guide
A simple and satisfying slow cooker apple butter recipe with warm spices like cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg, perfect for cozy seasonal snacking and versatile uses.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: About 4 cups (approximately 16 servings of 2 tablespoons each) 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pounds firm apples (Granny Smith and Fuji mix), peeled, cored, and chopped
- 1 cup packed brown sugar (dark preferred)
- 1/2 cup apple cider
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Peel, core, and chop about 4 pounds of apples into roughly 1-inch pieces (about 15 minutes).
- Add chopped apples, brown sugar, apple cider, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, salt, and lemon juice into the slow cooker. Stir gently to mix.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours (or on high for 4-5 hours if in a hurry).
- Around hour 6, stir gently to prevent sticking.
- When cooking is complete, use an immersion blender to puree the mixture until smooth or to desired texture.
- Stir in vanilla extract and adjust sweetness with additional brown sugar if desired.
- Let cool before transferring to clean jars. Refrigerate and use within 2 weeks or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
If apple butter is too thick after blending, stir in a splash of apple cider or water to loosen. Skim off any foam during cooking for a clearer product. Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for best flavor. Lemon juice helps preserve color and adds brightness. Can be made on stovetop in about 2 hours with frequent stirring. Adjust spices and sweetness to taste. Freeze leftovers for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30 g)
- Calories: 55
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 10
- Fat: 0.1
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 0.1
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