Homemade Apple Butter Baked to Perfection in the Oven

This recipe for apple butter in the oven is a simple and flavorful way to make homemade apple butter. The apples are slowly cooked in the oven until they turn into a sweet and spiced spread that is perfect for toast, pancakes, or to enjoy on its own.

Ingredients

• 5 lbs of apples, cored and sliced
• 1 cup of sugar
• 1/2 cup of brown sugar
• 1 tbsp of cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp of nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp of cloves
• 1/4 tsp of salt
• 1/4 cup of apple cider or water

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 250°F.
2. Place the sliced apples in a large baking dish.
3. In a small bowl, mix together the sugars, spices, and salt.
4. Sprinkle the sugar mixture over the apples and toss to coat.
5. Pour the apple cider or water over the apples.
6. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the oven for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally.
7. Once the apples are soft and caramelized, remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
8. Puree the apples in a blender or food processor until smooth.
9. Transfer the apple butter to jars and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

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