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    Apple Butter Recipe

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    Apple Butter is a smooth, rich spread made by slow-cooking apples with sugar and warm spices until thick and caramelized. This apple butter recipe creates a deep, concentrated apple flavor with a silky texture, perfect for spreading on toast, biscuits, or pancakes. It’s a cozy and classic fall favorite.

    Origin of Apple Butter

    Apple butter originated in Europe and became popular in American colonial kitchens. It was traditionally made by slowly cooking apples for hours to preserve them, especially during harvest season.

    Why It’s Loved

    Apple Butter is loved for its rich, spiced flavor and versatility. It’s naturally sweet, smooth, and perfect for adding a cozy touch to breakfasts and desserts.

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    Apple Butter Recipe

    Recipe by RecipesVilla
    Servings
    +
    –

    2

    servings
    Prep time

    15

    minutes
    Cooking time

    2

    hours 
    Calories

    50

    kcal

    Ingredients

    • 4 cups apples, peeled and chopped

    • 1 cup sugar

    • 1/2 cup brown sugar

    • 1 tsp cinnamon

    • 1/4 tsp nutmeg

    • 1/4 tsp cloves

    • 1 tsp vanilla extract

    • 1/2 cup water or apple juice

    Directions

    • Add apples and water (or juice) to a pot and cook until apples are soft.
    • Mash or blend the apples until smooth.
    • Return to the pot and add sugar, brown sugar, and spices.
    • Cook over low heat, stirring frequently.
    • Simmer for about 1½–2 hours until thick and dark.
    • Stir in vanilla extract.
    • Let cool before transferring to jars.

    Notes

    • Tip: Stir frequently to prevent sticking or burning.
    • Serving Suggestion: Spread on toast, pancakes, or biscuits.
    • Storage: Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

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