Description
Homemade Apple Butter Delight is a cozy, spiced spread made with fresh apples that adds warmth and flavor to your breakfast and desserts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–8 medium fresh apples (mix of sweet and tart)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Wash, peel, core, and chop the apples into chunks.
- In a large pot over medium heat, combine apple chunks, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook until softened (about 10-15 minutes).
- Stir in cinnamon and nutmeg until fragrant.
- Allow the mixture to cool slightly before blending until smooth.
- Return to the pot and simmer on low for 30-45 minutes until thickened.
- Pour into sterilized jars while hot, seal tightly, and let cool.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Substitute half the apples with pears for a unique twist. Add a pinch of cloves or ginger for extra depth of flavor.