1 Place apples in slow cooker in thirds, layering sugar between each layer. 2 Add rest of ingredients on top and pack them down as well as you can. 3 Cover and cook on high for 1 hour. 4 Reduce heat to low. ... 5 Uncover and cook for the last hour on low. 6 If a smoother apple butter is desired, you may puree in blender or food mill. More items...
Make crock-pot apple butter with low sugar or no sugar! Easy, healthy recipe that naturally sweetens breakfast foods and desserts. 1 cup brown sugar Use up to this amount or none at all. See notes below regarding options. Core, peel and slice apples and place in a crock-pot. Mix together sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
While it will be tempting to cook your apple butter on high for less time we don't recommend it. Cooking it on low for a much longer time allows the butter to thicken. If you are in a pinch and need a shorter cook time, you can cook it on high for 6 hours, but expect a looser apple butter. It will still be every bit as delicious!
This Slow Cooker Apple Butter has no added sugar and is my all-time favorite Fall spread. It’s Whole30 compliant, paleo-friendly, and is so delicious! It’s filled with in-season fresh apples and fall spices that will make your home smell heavenly.