Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Skill Level: Easy
Ingredients
Preparation Steps
- Place pot on the stovetop over high heat. Add the apples, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, lemon juice, and water to a large pot.
- Stir evenly to distribute the spices.
- Bring to a boil and then simmer, cover and cook on medium heat for 30 to 35 minutes.
- Use a wooden spoon or potato masher to mash the apples.
- Remove the lid and continue cooking for an additional 15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes.
- Puree the apple butter using a high-powered blender, or food processor.
- When cool, pour the apple butter into jars and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. Freeze for up to a month.