How to Make Apple Butter IV - A Step-by-Step Guide

Apple Butter IV is a delightful and versatile spread that can be used in a variety of dishes. Made from fresh apples and a blend of warm spices, this delicious recipe is perfect for using up an abundance of apples during the fall harvest season.

This recipe is a great way to make use of apples that are slightly bruised or overripe, as the fruit will be cooked down to a smooth, spreadable consistency. The addition of cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg gives this apple butter a warm, comforting f...

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Ingredients

  • 6 (16 ounce) jars applesauce
  • 6 cups apple juice
  • 8 cups white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons ground cloves
  • 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 3 hrs
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 10 mins
  • Servings: 182
  • Yield: 1 1/2 gallons

  • In a Dutch oven or slow cooker, bring to a boil the applesauce and apple juice. Reduce heat and simmer 1 hour.
  • In a small bowl, mix the sugar, cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg. Stir the mixture into the simmering applesauce. Continue simmering 2 hours more, creating a thick, rich butter. Ladle the apple butter into sterile jars and refrigerate.
  • Nutrition

    45 cal.

    • Sodium: 1mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 12g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 2mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 22mg