Description
Spiced Apple Butter is a cozy, fall-inspired spread that captures the essence of autumn in every jar. With its rich blend of sweet and spicy flavors, this homemade delicacy is perfect for topping toast, pancakes, or enjoying straight from the jar. Crafted with fresh apples and aromatic spices, it fills your kitchen with a warm aroma that evokes cherished memories. Simple to prepare in one pot, this recipe offers a delightful way to savor the season and share joy with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–8 medium fresh apples (mix of Honeycrisp and Granny Smith)
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
- Juice from 1/2 lemon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Peel, core, and slice the apples into quarters.
- In a large pot, combine sliced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice; mix well.
- Cook over medium heat for about 20 minutes until apples are softened.
- Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
- Return puree to low heat; stir in vanilla extract and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes until thickened.
- Pour into sterilized jars while hot and seal tightly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Spread
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg