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Crockpot Apple Butter

Crockpot Apple Butter

A warm, spiced Crockpot Apple Butter that simmers all day, filling your home with cozy fall aromas and yielding a silky, no-fail spread.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 9 minutes
Course Breakfast, Condiment
Cuisine American
Servings 4 jars

Ingredients
  

  • 10 pounds apples (mix sweet Gala and tart Granny Smith)
  • 1/2 cup water (use filtered if your tap water tastes metallic)
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed (light or dark, to taste)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (or coconut sugar for a subtle caramel note)
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (Saigon or Ceylon brands add warmth)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (helps balance sweetness)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional—adds depth) Pick firm apples free of bruises. Peel and core in large batches—an apple peeler/corer tool can cut prep time by half.

Instructions
 

  • Peel, core, and chop apples into roughly 1-inch chunks—uniform pieces cook more evenly.
  • Place apples in the slow cooker. Pour in water, stir gently to coat.
  • Sprinkle sugars, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt over apples. Gently stir to combine every layer.
  • Cover and set on Low for 8–10 hours (or High for 4–5 hours), stirring once or twice if you’re around—this helps prevent hot spots.
  • Use an immersion blender right in the pot, or transfer batches to a stand blender until silky smooth.
  • If it seems a bit thin, remove the lid and cook on High for another 30–60 minutes, stirring occasionally until desired thickness.
  • Off heat, mix in vanilla extract. Taste and adjust sugar or spices if needed.
  • For immediate use, spoon into jars or ramekins and chill. For canning, ladle into sterilized half-pint jars, leaving ¼-inch headspace, wipe rims, and process in a boiling-water bath for 10 minutes.

Notes

Store sealed jars in a cool pantry for up to 12 months. Once opened, keep refrigerated and use within 3–4 weeks. Freezer-safe containers can hold apple butter for up to 6 months—thaw in the fridge overnight. To reheat, warm gently on the stovetop or microwave in short bursts, stirring until smooth. Make-ahead note: You can cook the butter a day ahead and simply reheat before gifting or serving.
Keyword Apple Butter, Crockpot, Fall, Homemade, Slow Cooker
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