RED HOT APPLE BUTTER

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And Red Hots were made for apples: Their addition means applesauce picks up a smidgen of pink coloring and tangy spice, as do baked apples, apple jelly and apple dumplings. Red Hots candies were created by the Ferrara Pan Candy Co. in the early 1930s using the panned candy method. This process involves creating candy from a hard...

Provided by Penny Hall

Categories     Fruit Sauces

Time 8h30m

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 cups apple cider
10 lbs tart red cooking apples, washed, cored, and cut into wedges
4 to 5 cup sugar
1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
50 to 60 red hots candies (1.75 oz)
8 pint sized canning jars and lids

Steps:

  • 1. Special tools: large, heavy-bottomed pan, sieve In a large, heavy-bottomed pan (such as cast iron), bring the cider to a boil. Cook it down to 2 1/2 cups. Add apples and simmer until they are mushy and no longer watery, about 2 hours. Push apple mixture through a sieve into a large bowl, removing any apple skin and lumps. Measure the apple mixture in cups and put back in the pot. For every 1 cup of pulp, add 1/2 cup sugar. Then, add ground cinnamon and candies. Cook uncovered on medium heat for 6 to 8 hours, stirring occasionally, until mixture becomes thick. The apple butter should be a reddish-brown color.

Kelly Owen
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I've made this apple butter several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect fall treat and it's so easy to make.


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This apple butter is delicious! I love the way the spices complement the apples. I'm definitely going to be making this again.


Rajib ahmed Rajib
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. This apple butter is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I've been using it on everything from toast to pancakes to oatmeal.


Msardar khan2022
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This is the easiest apple butter recipe I've ever tried. It's so simple to make and the results are amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Steven Strong
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I made this apple butter for my family and they loved it! It's the perfect fall treat. I'm definitely going to be making it again.


ZT A
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This apple butter is delicious! It's the perfect addition to my morning toast. I love the way the cinnamon and nutmeg flavors come through.


Kayla Fey
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I was hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of apple butter, but I'm so glad I did! This apple butter is incredible. It's smooth and creamy, with a delicious flavor that's not too sweet. I've been eating it on everything from toast t


anita graham
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This is the best apple butter I've ever had! The flavor is complex and delicious, with a perfect balance of sweet and tart. I can't wait to try it on my next batch of biscuits.


Chrisandra James
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I made this apple butter for the first time last week and it was a hit! My family loved it on toast, pancakes, and even ice cream. I'll definitely be making it again soon.


biozee. Klasra
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This apple butter is amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The flavor is incredible, with just the right amount of sweetness and spice. I'm definitely going to be making this again and again.