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Apple Butter

Apple Butter is a simple and delicious spread that is loved by everyone in my family! Cinnamon and a hint of clove give it the warm flavor.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 Half Pints
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 8 lbs Apples
  • 2 Cups Apple Juice
  • 2 Cups Brown Sugar
  • 2 Cups White Sugar
  • 2 Tbs Ground Cinnamon
  • 1 Tsp Clove
  • 1 Tsp Nutmeg

Method
 

  1. Recipe Instructions
    1. Add apples and juice to a 7 qt heavy bottomed pot, place on stove with medium high heat until apples are softened. About 30 minutes. Stir frequently.
    2. Turn heat off and allow to cool for 15 minutes, blend with immersion blender or process through food mill.
    3. Add sugars, cinnamon, clove and nutmeg.
    4. Return pot to stove and allow to cook down on low. Keep lid cracked to allow the moisture to escape.
    5. Cook applesauce on low until it becomes a rich paste. This can take up to 4 hours.
    Water Bath Canning Instructions
    1. Prep half pint jars and lids, keeping warm until use.
    2. Fill jars with hot apple butter, leaving 1 inch headspace.
    3. Clean jar rims with vinegar.
    4. Add new jar lid and tighten ring.
    5. Water bath can for 15 minutes.