Apple butter that can be altered in a pinch!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Honeycrisp apples – peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 pounds Granny Smith apples – peeled, cored, and cut into small pieces
- 1 cup apple cider
- 2 cups white sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- canning jars with lids and rings
Directions
Step 1
Combine Honeycrisp apples, Granny Smith apples, and apple cider in a large stainless steel or enamel-coated saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer until mixture reduces by about half, about 20 minutes.
Step 2
Stir sugar and lemon juice into the apple mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, and continue cooking at a simmer until the mixture is very thick, about 25 minutes.
Step 3
Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack apple butter into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids and screw on rings.
Step 4
Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars into the boiling water using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 10 minutes.
Step 5
Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.
Cook?s Note
To make a spiced apple butter, add 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon of ground cloves, and 1/2 teaspoon of allspice with the sugar in Step 2.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 15 | |
Calories 171 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat0g | 0% |
Sodium3mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate45g | 16% |
Dietary Fiber3g | 9% |
Total Sugars41g | |
Protein0g | |
Vitamin C7mg | 34% |
Calcium7mg | 1% |
Iron0mg | 1% |
Potassium134mg | 3% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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