Description
Make homemade apple butter easily in your slow cooker with no peeling required. Enjoy fall flavors all year round!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds apples, peeled and cored
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples: Start by washing, peeling, and coring your apples. Cut them into quarters or chunks for easier cooking.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the prepared apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir until the apples are evenly coated with the sugar and spices.
- Transfer to the Slow Cooker: Pour the apple mixture into your slow cooker, spreading it out evenly.
- Cook: Cover the slow cooker and set it to low heat. Allow the apples to cook until they are nice and tender, which will take about 6-10 hours. If you’re short on time, you can set it to high heat for 2-3 hours.
- Blend: Once the apples are tender, use a blender or food processor to puree the mixture until smooth. If you prefer a chunkier texture, blend it to your liking.
- Final Cooking: Return the pureed apple butter to the slow cooker and cook uncovered on high for an additional 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 600 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 120
Keywords: apple butter, slow cooker, homemade, comfort food, fall flavors