Apple Butter
A perfect condiment for toast, pancakes or fruit parfaits, Apple Butter is as versatile as it is delicious.
Ingredients
1 kg apples, peeled, cored and diced in 1/4-inch (0.5-cm) pieces
3/4 cup (190 mL) granulated sugar
1/2 cup (125 mL) apple cider
2 tbsp (30 mL) apple cider vinegar
1/2 tsp (2 mL) cinnamon
3/4 cup (190 mL) granulated sugar
1/2 cup (125 mL) apple cider
2 tbsp (30 mL) apple cider vinegar
1/2 tsp (2 mL) cinnamon
Directions
- Combine all ingredients in heavy-bottomed saucepan and place over medium-low heat. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until apples are very tender and have darkened (about 60 to 70 minutes). Cool.
- Puree using blender or immersion blender. Transfer apple butter to clean container, cover and chill in refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Chef's Tip: For the tastiest apple butter, use fresh, local apples.
Makes about 2 cups (250 mL)
Nutritional information
PER SERVING
about 90 calories
0 g protein
0 g total fat
25 g carbohydrates
2 g fibre
0 mg cholesterol
0 mg sodium
%RDI: 6% vitamin C
