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Jars of apple butter stacked on top of each other with an apple on top.

Classic Apple Butter

Slow cooked apple butter is rich, smooth, and full of spices.
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Prep Time: 40 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 7 half pints
Author: Hezzi-D

Ingredients

  • 4 pounds of apples
  • 3 cups granulated sugar
  • 2-3 teaspoons cinnamon or apple pie spice

Instructions

  • Wash the apples. Core, peel, and slice the apples.
  • Combine the apples and 2 cups of water in a large saucepan over medium high heat. Simmer until the apples are soft.
  • Pour into a food processor and puree until smooth but not liquified. Measure 6 cups of the pulp.
  • Prepare a boiling water canner and 7 half pint jars or 3 pint jars and 1 half pint jar.
  • Combine the apple pulp, sugar, and cinnamon in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook slowly until thick enough to round up on a spoon. Stir frequently to prevent sticking.
  • Ladle the hot butter into hot jars leaving 1/4 inch of headspace. Remove air bubbles and readjust headspace.
  • Put on the lid and screw band and screw to finger tip tight. Heat in a boiling water canner for 10 minutes with the lid on. Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes. Remove from the water and let cool for 12 hours then check to make sure the lids have sealed.
  • Store for up to 3 years.

Notes

Recipe from Ball’s Blue Book Guide to Preserving