Today we are sharing the easiest, most delicious, frugal recipe for Apple Butter. Why? Because not everyone has an apple tree, but everyone can have a batch of Apple Butter in their pantry with this easy (and frugal!) method. Come and take a peek...
I love Apple Butter! But then again, who doesn't?
It has so many uses, besides being spread on hot toast or a slice of buttered bread. You can stir a couple of spoonsful into pan drippings for a tasty and different way to de-glazed the pan and make a quick and delicious pan sauce in the process. This is especially delicious with chicken or pork.
Or you can mix some of your homemade Apple Butter with cream cheese for a tasty dip to serve with graham crackers and sliced apples. Use it as a filling between cake layers, then frost as usual. And you can use it in place of some of the fat in a muffin recipe. I am sure there are many more idea, but I know you get the idea.
Mix all ingredients in a large (6 quart) slow cooker.
Place a small ceramic or glass plate in the freezer, to use the next morning.
In the morning, the apple butter will have reduced down 1/3 to 1/2 in volume.
Jar up the apple butter, lid, and cap, per manufacturer's instructions. Process 12 minutes in a boiling water bath, adjusted for your area at or above sea level.
1 # 10 can of water pack or no sugar added applesauce
2 c sugar
2 T cinnamon
1/8 t cloves
1/4 t allspice
Place a small ceramic or glass plate in the freezer, to use the next morning.
In the morning, the apple butter will have reduced down 1/3 to 1/2 in volume.
Jar up the apple butter, lid, and cap, per manufacturer's instructions. Process 12 minutes in a boiling water bath, adjusted for your area at or above sea level.
Or you can mix some of your homemade Apple Butter with cream cheese for a tasty dip to serve with graham crackers and sliced apples. Use it as a filling between cake layers, then frost as usual. And you can use it in place of some of the fat in a muffin recipe. I am sure there are many more idea, but I know you get the idea.
When did apples get so expensive?
With current food prices, unless you have your own apple tree or access to budget priced apples, apple butter might be off your list of kitchen recipes to try. But there is another way! Commercially canned foods are still a good buy because they were canned when harvest prices were at their lowest. And most of the "cash and carry" stores that cafes and restaurants use are also open to the public. So the easiest way to make Apple Butter is walk in and purchase a can of organic unsweetened applesauce and get slow cooking!
Commercial canned foods are still fugal and a good value for your food budget!
I use to live in Yakima WA and I am familiar with the brand, Snokist. This company processes many of the Yakima grown apples. So when I noticed these large cans of applesauce at Costco, I knew that a batch of Apple Butter was only a crockpot away. However if you do not have a Costco nearby (or the required membership) you may also find these large number 10 cans of applesauce at your local "cash and carry" store, and most of these are usually open to the public and do not require a membership.
Plus you won't find an easier Apple Butter recipe.
There is no apple peeling or coring needed. Plus the cooking is actually done without your help, and even while you sleep, nonetheless! You can throw it all together into the slow cooker after dinner. letting it cook all night, and right after breakfast, you are ready to jar and water bath can/process your delicious homemade Apple Butter.
For
those new to home canning, here is the basic process, from
the National Center for Home Food Preserving. Don't let being new to canning stop you, it is a
lovely way to bring something special to your family meals.
Ingredients needed for this recipe:
- water pack/no added sugar applesauce
- sugar
- cinnamon
- cloves
- allspice
You will also need the following:
- 6 Qt. slow cooker
- cotton towel
- large kitchen spoon
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
- water bath canner
- jars, rings and lids
Now we are ready to begin!
The Best Apple Butter
adapted from Sage TrifleUPDATED: 08.18.2024
1 # 10 can of water pack or no sugar added applesauce
2 c sugar
2 T cinnamon
1/8 t cloves
1/4 t allspice
1 # 10 can of water pack or no sugar added applesauce
2 c sugar
2 T cinnamon
1/8 t cloves
1/4 t allspice
Mix all ingredients in a large (6 quart) slow cooker.
Cover with a cotton towel, cook on low overnight.
Place a small ceramic or glass plate in the freezer, to use the next morning.
In the morning, the apple butter will have reduced down 1/3 to 1/2 in volume.
Remove the plate from the freezer, place a small spoonful of the Apple Butter on the plate, spread it out slightly and let cool.
Next, run your finger through the puddle of the Apple Butter on the plate, leaving behind a clean streak.
If the streak remains it is thick enough. If you would like it a bit thicker, let cook another hour or so, then when it is thick enough, turn off the slow cooker and prepare jars and a boiling water bath.
Jar up the apple butter, lid, and cap, per manufacturer's instructions. Process 12 minutes in a boiling water bath, adjusted for your area at or above sea level.
Yield about 5 pints.
Storage options for The Best Apple Butter. Once opened store in the refrigerator for up to 30 days. The sealed jars are safe to store in a cool dry area for one year.
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been included below.
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The Best Apple Butter
adapted from Sage Trifle
UPDATED: 08.18.2024
1 # 10 can of water pack or no sugar added applesauce
2 c sugar
2 T cinnamon
1/8 t cloves
1/4 t allspice
Mix all ingredients in a large (6 quart) slow cooker.
Cover with a cotton towel, cook on low overnight.
Place a small ceramic or glass plate in the freezer, to use the next morning.
In the morning, the apple butter will have reduced down 1/3 to 1/2 in volume.
Remove the plate from the freezer, place a small spoonful of the Apple Butter on the plate, spread it out slightly and let cool.
Next, run your finger through the puddle of the Apple Butter on the plate, leaving behind a clean streak.
If the streak remains it is thick enough. If you would like it a bit thicker, let cook another hour or so, then when it is thick enough, turn off the slow cooker and prepare jars and a boiling water bath.
Jar up the apple butter, lid, and cap, per manufacturer's instructions. Process 12 minutes in a boiling water bath, adjusted for your area at or above sea level.
Yield about 5 pints.
Storage options for The Best Apple Butter. Once opened store in the refrigerator for up to 30 days. The sealed jars are safe to store in a cool dry area for one year.
Storage options for The Best Apple Butter. Once opened store in the refrigerator for up to 30 days. The sealed jars are safe to store in a cool dry area for one year.
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I love apple butter. I so appreciate you sharing how you make it in the slow cooker. I'm bookmarking this so I can try it later.
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Paula, thank you so much.
DeleteI love apple butter but have never tried making it. But this recipe makes it look so easy!
ReplyDeleteDonna, thank you. I hope you give this a try!
DeleteHubby loves apple butter, he goes thru the large jars of it rather quickly. Might have to give this recipe a try. Thanks so much for linking up at the Unlimited Link Party 90. Shared.
ReplyDeleteI love it also, thanks for stopping by!
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ReplyDeleteDee, thank you so much! I appreciate sharing and seeing what your other readers have shared.
DeleteYou must have read my mind Melynda as I love apple butter and I'm planning on making a batch! This will come in super handy. Thanks so much. :) #MMBC
ReplyDeleteJayne, thank you, this is one of my favorites! And quite easy as well as being frugal.
DeleteThis sounds delicious Melynda. I don't think apple butter is a thing here in Australia but it sounds worth trying.
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sherry
Sherry, thank you! If you like apple pie, you will enjoy apple butter on your toast or biscuit.
DeleteWow, this sounds wonderful. I used to have two apple trees when we lived in western Washington, and I miss having an abundance. Visiting from the Love Your Creativity linkup.
ReplyDeleteJennifer, an apple tree to pick would be great fun!
DeleteI have never heard of or have tried apple butter before but it sounds so good. I can just imagine how good it tasted on hot buttered toast. I think I need to try making this.
ReplyDeleteKim it is an old recipe here in the states. I think a frugal way to use up wind fall apples and it caught on, We sure love it, let me know what you think, if you make up a batch.
DeleteThat is a great idea! I've only made apple butter (in our crock pot) once using fresh apples from the orchard, this sounds so much simpler.
ReplyDeleteJoanne, thanks so much. It is, and the best part, quite tasty!
DeleteApple Butter!!! Woo Hoo! I haven't had apple butter in ages.
ReplyDeletePaula, I love easy recipes like this one. Thanks so much for hosting Sweet Tea and Friends!
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