Best 2 Autumn Salted Caramel Apple Butter Recipes

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As the leaves change color and the air turns crisp, there's nothing quite like the taste of autumn. And what better way to celebrate the season than with a batch of homemade autumn salted caramel apple butter? This delicious spread is perfect for slathering on toast or biscuits, or using as a filling for pies and tarts. With its rich, caramel flavor and a hint of salt, it's the perfect way to enjoy the flavors of autumn.

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SLOW COOKER CARAMEL APPLE BUTTER



Slow Cooker Caramel Apple Butter image

Apple butter with a creamy caramel saltiness. I like to use mixed apples. The longer the apple butter cooks, the darker it gets, and the smaller the yield.

Provided by Darla Elizabeth

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Canning and Preserving Recipes     Fruit Butter Recipes

Time 17h

Yield 80

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 pounds apples - peeled, cored, and cut into small cubes
2 cups brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground allspice
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
2 (11 ounce) packages individually wrapped caramels, unwrapped

Steps:

  • Combine apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, allspice, salt, and cloves in a slow cooker.
  • Cook on High until apples are tender enough to easily mash with a fork, 3 to 5 hours. Puree apple mixture with an immersion blender until smooth.
  • Microwave unwrapped caramels in a microwave-safe dish until melted, about 30 seconds. Add to slow cooker and cook for 1 to 2 hours.
  • Inspect ten 8-ounce jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water for at least 5 minutes. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
  • 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 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 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 10 minutes.
  • Remove the jars from the stockpot and let rest, several inches apart, for 12 to 24 hours. Press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 61.5 calories, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Cholesterol 0.5 mg, Fat 0.7 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 27.8 mg, Sugar 12.2 g

SALTED CARAMEL APPLE PIE



Salted Caramel Apple Pie image

To showcase the very best in cozy fall flavors, this decadent apple pie uses a mix of different varieties such as McIntosh, Cortland, and Granny Smith. A buttery homemade caramel and delicate lattice top crust puts it in the running to be a blue ribbon winner. The pie will need about four hours to chill, so it's best to make this pie the day before or the morning that you need it.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Pie & Tarts Recipes

Time 2h30m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup sugar such as Sugar In The Raw
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 1/4 teaspoons coarse salt
3 pounds (6 to 7) baking apples, peeled, cored, and cut into 1/2-inch slices
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
3/4 teaspoon coarse salt, plus more for top
Test Kitchen's Favorite Pâte Brisée
1/4 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1 large egg, beaten
Fine sanding sugar, for sprinkling, optional
Vanilla ice cream, for serving
Flaky sea salt, for serving, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F with a rack in center and a large sheet of foil on rack below. Bring 1 cup sugar and 1/4 cup water to a boil in a medium saucepan, stirring and brushing down sides with a wet pastry brush to prevent sugar crystals from forming, until sugar dissolves. Cook, swirling occasionally, until mixture is deep golden brown. Remove from heat. Stir in butter, then heavy cream (it will bubble up) and salt. You will have about 1 cup. Let cool while preparing pie.
  • In a large bowl, combine apples, sugar, lemon juice, flour and salt. Add 3/4 cup cooled caramel, and toss to combine.
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disk of dough to a 13-inch round, about 1/8-inch thick. Fit into a 9-inch pie dish. Pour filling into shell. Roll remaining disk of dough to a 1/8-inch thickness on a lightly floured surface. Cut into at least 16 1/2-inch-wide strips using a fluted pastry cutter.
  • Lay 8 strips across pie. Fold back every other strip, and lay a horizontal strip across the center of the pie. Unfold folded strips, then fold back remaining strips. Lay another horizontal strip across pie. Repeat folding and unfolding strips to weave a lattice pattern. Repeat on remaining side. Brush with egg and sprinkle with sugar, and salt, if desired. Freeze 20 minutes.
  • Bake until crust is golden on bottom and juices are bubbling in center, 1 hour and 20 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes. If browning too quickly, tent top or edges with foil. Let cool completely on a wire rack, about 4 hours. Serve slices with vanilla ice cream drizzled with remaining caramel (reheated in pan over low heat or in microwave) and sprinkled with flaky salt.

Tips:

  • Choose the right apples. For this recipe, it is best to use a variety of apples that are firm and tart, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp. This will help to ensure that the apple butter has a good balance of sweetness and tartness.
  • Peel and core the apples. This is an important step to ensure that the apple butter has a smooth texture. You can use a vegetable peeler and a sharp knife to do this.
  • Cook the apples slowly. This will help to develop the flavor of the apple butter and prevent it from burning. You can cook the apples in a slow cooker or in a Dutch oven over low heat.
  • Add the spices. Once the apples are cooked, you can add the spices that you desire. Some common spices that are used in apple butter include cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  • Sweeten the apple butter. If you want your apple butter to be sweeter, you can add sugar or honey. You can also add maple syrup or brown sugar for a more complex flavor.

Conclusion:

Autumn Salted Caramel Apple Butter is a delicious and versatile spread that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It can be used on toast, bagels, or pancakes. It can also be used as a filling for pies or tarts. And it can even be used as a glaze for ham or chicken.

With its rich and flavorful taste, it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy apples, give this recipe a try.

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