Best Apple Butter Ever
Ingredients:
6 1/2 pounds apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup apple cider or water (if needed)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Apples: Place the sliced apples in a large slow cooker.
2. Add Sugars and Spices: Stir in the granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, cloves, allspice, and salt.
3. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until the apples are very soft. If the mixture looks too dry, add a bit of apple cider or water as needed.
4. Blend: Use an immersion blender to puree the apple mixture until smooth. Alternatively, you can transfer the mixture in batches to a blender.
5. Reduce: Continue cooking the apple butter uncovered on low for an additional 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to your desired consistency.
6. Store: Transfer the hot apple butter to sterilized jars and seal. Allow to cool before storing in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or process in a water bath for longer storage.
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