If you’re searching for a delightful spread to enrich your fall and winter tables, look no further than this Cranberry Apple Butter recipe. This mouthwatering blend of apples and cranberries packs a powerful flavor punch while offering a healthy option for breakfasts, snacks, and more. Whether spread on toast or served alongside holiday roasts, this vibrant, tangy, and naturally sweet fruit butter is a versatile condiment you’ll love. Here’s a step-by-step guide to making your own!
Ingredients
- 5-6 apples
- 12-ounce bag of fresh cranberries (frozen and thawed will also work)
- 1 stick of cinnamon (or powdered cinnamon to taste)
- Honey (optional)
Directions
1. Prepare the Fruit:
- Start by washing the apples thoroughly. Cut them into large chunks, removing the core and seeds.
- Rinse the cranberries and add both fruits to your crock pot.
2. Cook the Fruit Mixture:
- Stir the apples and cranberries to mix well.
- Cover and set the crock pot to HIGH for 4 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. If the mixture looks too dry, add a bit of water. The natural juices are often enough, but a small splash of water can help avoid scorching.
3. Puree the Mixture:
- Once the fruit is softened, carefully transfer it in two batches to a high-speed blender or food processor.
- Puree each batch until smooth.
- Pass the puree through a mesh strainer using the back of a large spoon, discarding any light solids. Rinse the strainer between batches.
4. Final Cooking:
- Return the strained puree to the crock pot, and bury the cinnamon stick deep within the mixture.
- Cook on HIGH, uncovered, for 2 more hours or until the fruit butter is thick and spreadable. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
5. Store Your Creation:
- Spoon the finished fruit butter into clean glass jars. Allow it to cool before capping and refrigerating.
- This Cranberry Apple Butter will keep for up to 4 weeks in the fridge or can be frozen for up to a year.
Tips & Nutritional Information
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: Yields about 2.5 cups
Calories: 50 kcal per tablespoon
For added sweetness, consider stirring in a touch of honey to taste before the final cooking phase. Enjoy this vibrant and seasonal Cranberry Apple Butter on toast, scones, or as a glaze for roasted meats. It’s a spread that’s sure to bring warmth to your winter mornings or holiday gatherings!
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Cranberry Apple Butter
- Total Time: Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 1/2 cups 1x
Description
Embrace the flavors of fall with this delightful Cranberry Apple Butter, a perfect blend of tangy cranberries and sweet apples simmered to perfection. Infused with a hint of cinnamon, this spread offers a warm, comforting taste that captures the essence of autumn.
Ingredients
5–6 apples
12-ounce bag of fresh cranberries (can be frozen and thawed)
1 stick of cinnamon (or powdered cinnamon to taste)
Honey (optional)
Instructions
Wash the apples well, and cut them into large chunks, discarding the core and seeds. Place in a crock pot.
Rinse the cranberries and add them to the crock pot. Stir the fruit mixture.
Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Add a bit of water if necessary, though the natural juices are usually sufficient.
Puree the softened fruit in a high-speed blender or food processor in two batches.
Push the puree through a mesh strainer with the back of a large spoon, discarding the light layer of solids. Rinse out the strainer between batches.
Return the strained puree to the crock pot. Bury the cinnamon stick in the puree.
Cook on HIGH, uncovered, for another 2 hours, or until the mixture is thick and spreadable, stirring occasionally.
Spoon the thickened fruit butter into clean glass jars. Let cool, then cap and refrigerate. It will keep for 4 weeks in the refrigerator, or up to a year in the freezer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
Nutrition
- Calories: 50