Crock Pot Apple Butter

A delicious homemade spread made from slow-cooked apples and spices, perfect for spreading on toast or drizzling over pancakes.

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 10 10

Course Breakfast, Dessert, Spread

Cuisine American, Homemade

Servings 8 servings

Calories 50 kcal

6 cups apples (peeled, cored, and diced) Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for tangy sweetness
1 cup sugar Adjust based on the tartness of your apples
1/2 cup brown sugar For deep caramel flavor
2 teaspoons cinnamon The star spice!
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg Optional, for extra warmth
1/4 teaspoon allspice Optional but delightful
2 tablespoons lemon juice To brighten the flavors
a pinch salt To balance everything

Start by peeling, coring, and dicing your apples.
In a large bowl, combine the diced apples with sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to coat all the apples evenly.
Pour the mixture into your crock pot. Don’t worry about creating a perfect layer; it will blend beautifully as it cooks.

Set your crock pot to low heat and let it cook for about 8 to 10 hours or overnight.
After cooking, use a wooden spoon to stir the apple mixture. If you prefer a smoother consistency, blend it with an immersion blender.
Allow the apple butter to cool before transferring it into sterilized jars.

Store in airtight jars in the fridge for up to three weeks or freeze it for up to a year. Reheat gently before serving.

Keyword apple butter, Crock Pot recipe, Easy Recipe, Fall Recipe, Homemade Spread