Apple butter
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| Homemade apple butter | |
| Alternative names | |
| Type | Spread |
| Course | |
| Place of origin | United States |
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| Cooking time | minutes to minutes |
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| Main ingredients | Apples, sugar, spices |
| Ingredients generally used | |
| Variations | |
| Food energy | kcal |
| Nutritional value | Protein: g, Fat: g, Carbohydrate: g |
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| Other information | |
| Website | [ Official website] |
Apple butter is a highly concentrated form of apple sauce produced by slow-cooking apples with sugar and spices until the sugar in the apples caramelizes, turning the apple butter a deep brown. The concentration of sugar gives apple butter a much longer shelf life as a preserve than apple sauce.
History[edit | edit source]
Apple butter originated in Europe during the Middle Ages. It was a way to preserve the fruit for the winter months. The tradition of making apple butter was brought to America by German and Dutch immigrants.
Preparation[edit | edit source]
The preparation of apple butter involves cooking apples slowly over low heat. The apples are peeled, cored, and chopped before being cooked. Cinnamon, cloves, and allspice are commonly added to enhance the flavor. The mixture is cooked until it reaches a thick, spreadable consistency.
Uses[edit | edit source]
Apple butter is commonly used as a spread on bread, toast, and pancakes. It can also be used as a filling for pastries or as a flavoring in baking.
Nutritional Information[edit | edit source]
Apple butter is rich in dietary fiber and contains vitamins such as vitamin C and vitamin A. However, it is also high in sugar and should be consumed in moderation.
See Also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- "Apple Butter." Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia.
- "The History of Apple Butter." Food History.
External Links[edit | edit source]
- [Apple Butter Recipe on Wikibooks](https://en.wikibooks.org/wiki/Cookbook:Apple_Butter)
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