Crockpot Apple Butter (Print-Friendly Version)
This easy crockpot apple spread combines Fuji and Honeycrisp apples with cinnamon and maple for warm, cozy flavor. Perfect for fall gatherings, this naturally spiced dish is a keeper you'll want this later.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Fruit and Spices
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6 pounds apples, peeled, cored, and chopped (choose Fuji, Gala, Honeycrisp, Red Delicious, or a mix)
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 cup packed brown sugar
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2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional, for spicier flavor)
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1/4 teaspoon ground cloves (optional, for spicier flavor)
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2 tablespoons maple syrup (optional, stirred in at the end for extra richness)
# How to Make It:
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Place the peeled, cored, and chopped apples into a large slow cooker.
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Add granulated sugar, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, salt, and any optional spices to the apples. Stir thoroughly to coat the apples evenly.
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Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 10 to 12 hours, stirring occasionally, until the apples are soft and deeply browned.
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Use an immersion blender directly in the slow cooker, or carefully transfer the mixture in batches to a standard blender. Puree until completely smooth.
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Stir in vanilla extract and any optional finishing ingredients such as maple syrup. Cook uncovered on LOW for an additional 1 to 2 hours for a thicker consistency, if desired.
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Let the apple butter cool, then transfer to sterile jars. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks or freeze for up to 6 months.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For best results, use a mix of sweet and tart apples. Stirring in maple syrup at the end imparts added depth and richness.