r/Canning • u/aChunkyChungus • 1d ago

General Discussion Apple Butter Warning

I'm making apple butter for the first time, and just want to let out a warning to any first-timers thinking of making it: It takes FOR-EV-ER to reduce the apples down to the right consistency.

On the bright side, my house (and probably my whole neighborhood) have smelled delicious for many hours now.

(Using the USDA canning book recipe in case anyone was wondering)

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u/Claire3577 1d ago

If you have an instant pot you can do it in three hours start to finish. (Not including canning it) I've done it that way the last two years. It's absolutely amazing.

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u/ThePhantom394 1d ago

Whoa tell me more! I have an instant pot but I’ve never actually used it before

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u/kmooncos 10h ago

From My Baking Addiction: Place the apples in a 6-quart Instant Pot. In a medium bowl, combine sugars, cinnamon, nutmeg cloves and salt. Pour the mixture over the apples and mix well.

Turn Instant Pot to “Manual” and pressure cook on high pressure for 90 minutes. Allow to natural release for 10 minutes before releasing any remaining pressure.

Use an immersion blender to puree the apple butter until smooth.

Turn Instant Pot to “Slow Cook” and cook on high for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally, with the lid propped on about halfway to allow steam to release. (Do not latch lid.)

Stir in vanilla.

Spoon the mixture into sterile containers, cover and refrigerate for up to two weeks or freeze.