Ingredients and Weights:
- Apples (4 pounds), peeled and cored
- Brown sugar (1 pound)
- Cinnamon sticks (2)
- Nutmeg (¼ teaspoon)
- Water (1 cup)
- Apple cider (1 cup)
- Lemon juice (1 tablespoon)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
90 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Combine the apples, brown sugar, cinnamon sticks, nutmeg, water, and apple cider in a large Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the apples are tender.
- Stir in the lemon juice.
- Remove from heat and purée the mixture with an immersion blender or in a regular blender.
- Return the purée to the Dutch oven and cook over low heat for an additional 60 minutes, or until it has thickened.
Nutritional Information:
(Per serving)
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sugar: 50g
- Protein: 2g
Dish Characteristics:
- Buttery smooth and creamy
- Intense apple flavor
- Warm spices enhance the apple flavor
- Sweet and slightly tangy
- Can be used as a spread, dip, or filling
User Comments:
- "This apple butter is absolutely divine! The perfect balance of sweetness and spice. I love it spread on toast or eaten with apples."
- "I've tried many apple butter recipes before, but this one is by far the best. It's so flavorful and easy to make."
- "I made this for Thanksgiving and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about it."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have an immersion blender, you can purée the apple mixture in a regular blender, but be sure to do it in batches and take care not to overfill the blender.
- The apple butter will thicken as it cools. If it becomes too thick, you can add a little water or apple cider to thin it out.
- Apple butter can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
