From crisp and juicy to sweet and tart, apples are a versatile fruit that can be enjoyed in many different ways. If you're looking for a delectable treat, consider making applesauce or apple butter in the comfort of your own home using a crock pot. With its slow and gentle cooking process, a crock pot transforms apples into flavorful, spreadable delights that will tantalize your taste buds. Let's explore the world of applesauce and apple butter and discover the best recipes to create these culinary gems in your crock pot.
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APPLESAUCE APPLE BUTTER
Make and share this Applesauce Apple Butter recipe from Food.com.
Provided by weekend cooker
Categories Low Protein
Time 8h5m
Yield 3 quarts, 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on high 8-10 hours, and remove lid during the last 4 hours.
- Continue to let it cook, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 397.6, Fat 0.4, Sodium 8.3, Carbohydrate 104.3, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 96.8, Protein 0.7
SLOW-COOKER APPLESAUCE AND APPLE BUTTER RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: red apples, water, salt, cinnamon, dark brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg
Provided by Rachel Gaewski
Categories Desserts
Yield 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Peel and roughly dice the apples, removing the cores.
- Add the apples to a slow cooker with the water, salt, and cinnamon sticks, and stir to combine. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 8 hours, stirring halfway through.
- Uncover and remove the cinnamon sticks. Using an immersion blender, blend until your desired consistency is reached.
- Scoop out half of the applesauce and enjoy immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 10 days.
- To the remaining applesauce, add the brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg, and stir to combine. Cover and cook for 3 hours on high or 6 hours on low, stirring halfway through.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 calories, Carbohydrate 50 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 1 gram, Sugar 37 grams
SLOW-COOKED APPLESAUCE
My sweet and chunky applesauce is a perfect snack or side dish with your favorite entree. Because it's prepared in the slow cooker, you can fix it and forget it before you and the family head out for some fun. -Susanne Wasson, Montgomery, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 6h20m
Yield 12 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the apples, sugar, water, salt and cinnamon. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until tender. , Turn off heat; stir in butter and vanilla. Mash if desired. Serve warm or cold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 105 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 112mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges
EASY SLOW COOKER APPLE BUTTER
Yummy, easy apple butter makes a great gift!
Provided by Melissa Hendrix
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Canning and Preserving Recipes Fruit Butter Recipes
Time 14h10m
Yield 64
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Place apple slices in a slow cooker. Stir sugar and apple pie spice with the apples.
- Cook on High for 4 hours; stir. Remove cover and continue cooking until the apples are very tender and most of the liquid has evaporated, 2 to 2 1/2 hours.
- Scrape apple butter into a bowl; refrigerate 8 hours to overnight.
- Blend apple butter with an immersion blender until smooth. Alternately, you can run the butter through a food mill or blend in a blender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 36.9 calories, Carbohydrate 9.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 0.2 mg, Sugar 8.7 g
APPLE BUTTER FOR THE SLOW COOKER
Slow cooker apple butter. Friends have told me it is THE BEST ever! We name ours 'Panther Butter' for our local high school football team!
Provided by Carrie Whitney Milburn
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Canning and Preserving Recipes Fruit Butter Recipes
Time 4h20m
Yield 112
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, allspice, salt, and cloves in a slow cooker.
- Cook on High until the apples are tender enough to easily mash with a fork, 4 to 6 hours.
- Puree apple mixture with an immersion blender until smooth.
- Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack apple butter into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids, and screw on rings.
- Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars into the boiling water using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 10 minutes.
- Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 22.8 calories, Carbohydrate 5.9 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Sodium 6.5 mg, Sugar 5.3 g
EASY CROCK POT APPLE BUTTER
This is the first recipe I ever used to can apple butter. Recipe starts out with applesauce, great for any time of year. It was my first time canning and it turned out great! This would make great Christmas gifts. I gave a lot of mine away earlier this year and everybody loved it. Their only complaint: put it into bigger jars! This recipe make a dark, spicy, and sweet apple butter. Makes a great sandwich with PB. Note: 3 quarts is equal to 12 cups or 96 ounces applesauce.
Provided by Watkinslady30
Categories Apple
Time 10h10m
Yield 6 pints
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Add applesauce, sugars, and cider together in crock pot.
- Cover and cook on low for 3 hours.
- Add spices and cook on low, covered, for 3 more hours.
- Uncover and continue cooking on low for 1-4 hours or until sufficiently thickened. May take longer, depends on how thick you like it and your crock pot.
- Ladle hot apple butter into 1/2 pint or pint size canning jars and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.
- Makes about 6 pints.
- If you're not into canning, this would probably freeze very well.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1005.5, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 34.4, Carbohydrate 261.7, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 250.2, Protein 1
Tips:
- Use a variety of apples for a more complex flavor. Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Gala apples are all good choices.
- Peel and core the apples before cooking them. This will help the applesauce to have a smoother texture.
- Cook the apples on low heat for a longer period of time. This will help the apples to break down and become more flavorful.
- Add spices, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice, to taste. You can also add a little bit of brown sugar or honey for sweetness.
- Use a blender or food processor to puree the applesauce until it reaches the desired consistency. You can also mash the apples with a potato masher for a more rustic texture.
- Crock-Pot Apple Butter: For a thicker, more spreadable consistency, cook the applesauce in a crock-pot on low for 8-10 hours.
- Store the applesauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Applesauce and apple butter are both delicious and versatile treats that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you are looking for a healthy snack, a side dish for your next meal, or a sweet treat to satisfy your cravings, applesauce and apple butter are sure to please. With so many different ways to make applesauce and apple butter, you are sure to find a recipe that you love.
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