Easy Stovetop Apple Butter Recipe
The best quick and easy homemade apple butter. This is the perfect fall treat to spread on bread, bagels, and more!
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Easy Stovetop Apple Butter Recipe
Good morning friends! Today, I am so excited to share my simple and delicious homemade apple butter recipe. This is the perfect fall fruit spread that you can use on top of so many different foods. Some of my personal favorite ways to enjoy this apple butter including spreading it on top of pancakes, bread, or fresh homemade bagels.
This apple butter is quick and easy to make, super sweet, and super smooth. You only need a few ingredients to make this homemade apple butter. If you’re looking to make a delicious fall recipe, you need to give this homemade apple butter a try.
Now, let’s dive into some quick things to note for this recipe. Then, we will take a look at the list of ingredients you will need to make this homemade stovetop apple butter recipe a smashing success.
What Kind of Apples are Best for Apple Butter?
There are so many different kinds of apples to choose from, so I understand why this is such a common question in regards to apple butter. Personally, I like to go with granny smith apples. I love the tartness that they provide, and I think the flavor profile pairs really well with the sweetness of the coconut sugar in this recipe.
Honestly, most kinds of apples will work just fine for this recipe. I will say that soft apple varieties tend to work extremely well, as they cook down quite nicely into a soft and blendable mixture, which is exactly what you want for this homemade apple butter recipe. If you want to replicate this recipe exactly, go with granny smith apples, as that is the variety I used to make my apple butter.
How Do You Know When Apple Butter is Done?
There are a number of factors that will impact how long your apple butter takes to cook. In the end, it comes down to your personal preference in regards to the consistency you’d like your apple butter to have. I like my apple butter to be on the thicker side, so I cook mine for a bit longer.
By following the steps in this recipe, you should have no problem creating a thick, delicious, and sweet apple butter spread. However, make sure to watch your apple mixture closely while it simmers. You don’t want to leave it unattended for too long, or you could easily burn your apple butter mixture.
Now that we have covered a few quick things to note for this recipe, let’s take a look at the list of ingredients you will need to make this homemade stovetop apple butter.
Easy Stovetop Apple Butter – Ingredients
- Granny Smith Apples – The first ingredient you will need for this recipe are the fresh granny smith apples. You will want to peel and core them before adding them to your pot. You could also use another apple variety if you prefer. However, I will say that I really enjoy the tartness of the granny smith apples paired with the sweetness of the coconut sugar.
- Coconut Sugar – The coconut sugar is the next essential ingredient which adds sweetness to your apple butter. While the apples are naturally sweet, the addition of coconut sugar makes your apple butter even sweeter and more flavorful.
- Allspice – The allspice is the first essential spice you will need for this delicious homemade apple butter recipe.
- Cinnamon – The cinnamon adds a ton of spice and flavor to the apple butter.
- Cloves – The cloves are the final spice you will want for this homemade apple butter recipe.
- Water – The water will be added to the pot with your apples to help them cook and soften into a smooth apple butter consistency.
- Apple Cider Vinegar – The apple cider vinegar adds dimension and flavor to the apple butter. A little bit goes a long way with this ingredient.
- Pure Vanilla Extract – The pure vanilla extract helps to amplify all of the ingredients present in this recipe. It creates even more flavor and dimension. Again, a little bit goes a long way when it comes to pure vanilla extract.
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Easy Stovetop Apple Butter
Ingredients
- 2 medium granny smith apples
- 2 tbsp coconut sugar
- 1/2 tsp allspice
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground cloves
- 1/3 cup water
- 1/2 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Peel and core the granny smith apples.
- Cut the apples into smaller wedges.
- Place the apples in a pot with the water and apple cider vinegar.
- Simmer the apple mixture partially covered until soft, about 20 minutes.
- Let the apple mixture cool off for a few minutes
- Place the apple mixture in a high speed blender and blend until smooth.
- Transfer the apple mixture back into the pot.
- Add the sugar, spices, and pure vanilla extract.
- Simmer the apple mixture for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Let the apple butter cool, then transfer it into an airtight container.
- Dig in and enjoy!
Notes
I hope you all enjoy this simple and delicious homemade apple butter recipe. It’s so quick and easy to make, and it’s the perfect fall fruit spread. Anyway, that’s it for this recipe. As per usual, I will be back with another blog post very soon.
-Alyssa 🙂
