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Stovetop Cinnamon Apple Butter

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Rich and cozy Stovetop Cinnamon Apple Butter made by slowly simmering apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, and apple cider until thick and spreadable. Perfect for toast, biscuits, pancakes, or swirling into oatmeal.

Ingredients

2 1/2 lb apples (about 8 cups), peeled, cored, and chopped

2 tablespoons lemon juice

2/3 cup light brown sugar

2 teaspoons cinnamon

1/2 cup apple juice or apple cider

2 teaspoons vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Peel, core, and chop the apples into chunks.
  2. Place apples in a large pot with lemon juice, brown sugar, cinnamon, and apple juice (or cider).
  3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples are soft.
  4. Use an immersion blender to puree until smooth, or pass through a strainer for extra silkiness.
  5. Return mixture to the pot and simmer uncovered on low for 30–45 minutes, stirring often, until thick and spreadable.
  6. Stir in vanilla extract if using.
  7. Cool before transferring to jars.

Notes

Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for best flavor.

Add nutmeg, allspice, or cloves for extra spice.

Swap half the sugar for maple syrup for a richer sweetness.

For chunkier texture, mash apples instead of pureeing.

Cook longer uncovered for thicker consistency.

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