Kentucky Apple Butter

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 5

Kentucky Apple Butter Recipe for Breakfast or Dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

200

Sugar

24g

Fat

10g

Kentucky apple butter is a sweet and aromatic recipe originating from the state of Kentucky in the USA. It's silky smooth, soft, and spreads like butter. Made by simmering the apples with sugar, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg, the mixture is eventually turned into a smooth paste that you can use on different kinds of dishes. Kentucky apple butter is an ancient recipe that was passed down from generation to generation, and it's still pretty popular to this day. Moreover, it's a versatile recipe that can work as a condiment, side dish, or even dessert.

Instructions

1.	Add the chopped apples to a large pot on medium heat and cook for 15-20 minutes or until the apples have broken down.
2.	Blend the apples in a food processor, and then add white sugar, brown sugar, butter, and spices into the same pot with blended apples.
3.	Cook the mixture for 30-40 minutes, stirring frequently, until it thickens and darkens in color.
4.	To test if the apple butter is done, remove from heat and let it cool for a few minutes, then spoon a small amount onto a plate. If no liquid pools around the edges after a few minutes, the apple butter is ready.
5.	Spoon the apple butter into canning jars, and seal with lids and rings. Water bath for 10 minutes to ensure they are properly sealed.
6.	Enjoy your delicious apple butter! It can be served on toast, biscuits, oatmeal, ice cream, or anything else you desire!

PROS

Kentucky apple butter is a perfect breakfast addition as it’s naturally sweet and has no added preservatives.

The blend of aromatic spices like cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg makes it flavorful and full of antioxidants and other important nutrients.

CONS

The recipe includes a cup of sugar, which can be avoided for those who want a more natural taste.

The preservation process using a water bath may be time-consuming for some.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Apples are rich in antioxidants, fibers, and vitamins, which help prevent various chronic diseases, and boost brain and gut health.
Spices like cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg are packed with anti-inflammatories, antivirals, and antibacterials properties.

	5 pounds McIntosh apples , chopped
	1 cup white sugar
	1 cup brown sugar
	1/4 cup butter
	1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
	1 teaspoon ground ginger
	1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
	3 canning jars with lids and rings , or as needed