Deliciously Spiced Apple Butter with Less Sugar

This Reduced Sugar Spiced Apple Butter is a delectable preserve bursting with warm spices and natural sweetness from ripe apples. With a reduced sugar content, it offers a healthier option for enjoying the rich flavors of fall. Perfect for spreading on toast or incorporating into your favorite recipes, this apple butter is a must-have for the season.

Deliciously Spiced Apple Butter with Less Sugar
  • Prep Time
    10 mins
  • Cook Time
    9 hrs
  • Total Time
    9 hrs 10 mins

Ingredients

  • Chop up 4 pounds of fresh apples into coarse pieces,
  • Sprinkle in a generous half cup of rich brown sugar,
  • Add a splash of tangy apple cider vinegar, a quarter cup,
  • Sprinkle in 4 teaspoons of fragrant ground cinnamon,
  • Just a hint of warmth with half a teaspoon each of ground cloves and salt.

Step 1

Combine diced apples, rich brown sugar, tangy apple cider vinegar, warm cinnamon, fragrant cloves, and a pinch of salt in a slow cooker. Allow the flavors to meld and intensify as you cook on Low heat until the apples reach a tender consistency that enables effortless mashing with a fork, typically around 8 to 10 hours. Once the apples are perfectly softened, use an immersion blender to puree the mixture into a velvety smooth texture. To deepen the flavors and thicken the consistency, continue cooking the mixture uncovered until the liquid reduces, resulting in a luscious dark brown hue, which usually takes about an hour.

Extra Tips & Suggestions

  1. 1. Use glass jars for storage to keep the flavors of the spiced apple butter intact.
  2. 2. Label your jars with the date of preparation to keep track of freshness.
  3. 3. Store in a cool, dark place to maintain the rich colors and flavors of the apple butter.

Reviews

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    Henry
    March 19, 2025

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    Rhys
    March 19, 2025

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    March 16, 2025

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    March 15, 2025

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    March 12, 2025

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    March 11, 2025

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    March 11, 2025

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    March 10, 2025

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    March 7, 2025

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    March 4, 2025

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    February 25, 2025

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    February 24, 2025

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    February 19, 2025

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    February 13, 2025

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    February 12, 2025

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    February 10, 2025

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    February 5, 2025

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    February 5, 2025

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    February 4, 2025

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    February 4, 2025

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    February 2, 2025

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    January 31, 2025

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    January 31, 2025

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    January 31, 2025

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    January 31, 2025

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    January 29, 2025

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    January 29, 2025

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    January 26, 2025

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    January 25, 2025

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    January 18, 2025

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    January 15, 2025

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    January 14, 2025

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    January 14, 2025

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    January 13, 2025

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    January 13, 2025

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    January 13, 2025

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    Jocelyn
    January 13, 2025

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    Harper
    January 13, 2025

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    Samantha
    January 13, 2025

    This apple butter is a game-changer! The perfect balance of spices and sweetness with less sugar makes it irresistible. Spread it on toast or swirl into yogurt for a tasty treat.

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