Summary
Slow-cooked apples transform into a silky smooth butter that is simply divine on breakfast favorites such as pancakes, waffles, or crepes, or folded into a hearty bowl of oatmeal. What’s more, the scent that fills the air as these spiced apples stew will give your salivary glands a head start! Enjoy the health (and aromatic) benefits as you try this Slow Cooker Apple Butter on your favorite sweet recipes!
Ingredients
Directions
Add all ingredients to a slow cooker and cook on high for 2 hours or low for 4 hours.
Once the apples are tender, remove the cinnamon sticks. Transfer the mixture to a blender, blending until smooth. Once cool, transfer to a refrigerator or freezer-safe container.
Add apple butter to morning toast, oatmeal, or plant-based yogurt, or spread over your favorite plant-based desserts.
Chef's Notes
Substitutions
Substitute apples with pears.
Substitute apple cider vinegar with lemon juice.
Instead of cinnamon sticks, use 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
How to Make On the Stovetop
Heat the apples and dates in a large stovetop pot over medium-high heat for 3–5 minutes, stirring often. Add the apple cider vinegar, water, cinnamon sticks, nutmeg, and optional salt. Bring to a boil then lower to simmer until the apples are tender, about 10–15 minutes. Once tender, remove the cinnamon sticks. Transfer the mixture to a blender, blending until smooth. Once cool, transfer to a refrigerator or freezer-safe container.
Storage
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 5–7 days or freeze for up to three months.
