Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Spiced Apple Butter


Cherry Tea Cakes post this amazing recipe.  Seriously....aaaaahhhhmaaaaazingly good.  I will be making this again and again in the future.

I made just a tiny batch for immediate use.  As much as I love apple butter I don't go through it very quickly.  ;)


Spiced Apple Butter

2 apples, peeled, cored, and diced
3 tbls apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tsp Chinese five spice

In a small sacuepan, cook apples and cider over a low heat until soft.  Toss mixture into food processor until smooth.  Return to saucepan and add remaining ingredients.  Cook over low heat, until thick and bubbly.  Remove from heat and allow to cool before chilling.
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  1. Beloved GreenAugust 31, 2011 at 7:23 AM

    I love that you could spread this over a lot of different things, and with the apple favor it would likely be amazing. Great find!

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  2. Jill | Dulce DoughAugust 31, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    Yum! I love apple butter but have never made it myself.

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  3. Donna ElickAugust 31, 2011 at 8:47 AM

    My friend has been asking me to make apple butter for her, this may be the one! How yummy with the chinese 5 spice in there!

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  4. 1-2punchAugust 31, 2011 at 8:51 AM

    Yum! My mom and her sisters used to make this and there is nothing like it on top of a piece of freshly made warm bread. They did not use the Chinese 5 spice but I just happen to have some of it!

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  5. TinaRBKAugust 31, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    Apple butter is pretty awesome, but the addition of the 5 spice has got my attention. Thanks for posting this one-must try.

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  6. ErinAugust 31, 2011 at 11:04 AM

    I have never tried apple butter before. Sounds easy, and full of flavor. I will keep this in mind for sure when we get apples this fall!

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  7. ErinAugust 31, 2011 at 1:09 PM

    I am definitely pinning this. This is my Dad's favorite! He'll love this for Christmas!

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  8. Three-CookiesAugust 31, 2011 at 3:00 PM

    This looks good. I have never tried it with 5-spice and cider vinegar. I will definitely try soon

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  9. Anne@frommysweetheartAugust 31, 2011 at 8:35 PM

    Briarrose....there's something about the start of fall that makes 'butters' so tasty! I love apple butter, but I don't go through it quickly either. I also love pear and pumpkin butter! This does look yummy! : )

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  10. Beth MichelleSeptember 1, 2011 at 5:30 AM

    What a yummy apple butter, perfect for this coming fall. Good find :)

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  11. Cheryl and Adam @ pictureperfectmeals.comSeptember 1, 2011 at 7:07 AM

    The spicing in this apple butter is positively yummy. SO often apple butter is kind of bland; this preparation takes care of that problem. Thanks for sharing it.

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  12. Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love.September 1, 2011 at 7:32 AM

    I LOVE apple butter and I could eat it on so many things! wonderful recipe!

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  13. UnknownSeptember 1, 2011 at 7:38 AM

    I love the fact that you made just a small amount. There's not much worse than using up a bunch of fruit, only to find that the finished result isn't what you hoped for.

    Looking at that beautiful color though, I'd say the spicing in the apple butter is perfect.

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  14. Laura @ Sprint 2 the TableSeptember 1, 2011 at 8:39 AM

    Great idea to use 5-Spice! That's a staple in my kitchen... never thought to use it here. Bet it's delish in sweet potato butter too.

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  15. patissierement-votreSeptember 1, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    Great idea, I've got tons of apple in my garden :)

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  16. Liz That Skinny Chick Can BakeSeptember 1, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    Apple butter brings me back to my childhood...and I'd love to taste yours with the 5 spice powder...mmmmmmm.

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  17. lisa is cookingSeptember 1, 2011 at 2:29 PM

    Oooh, you just gave me an idea for the pears I have from CSA. Sounds delicious!

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  18. Evelyne CulturEatzSeptember 1, 2011 at 6:30 PM

    Big occasional fan of apple butter here too. Very interesting spices, have to keep this one in mind.

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  19. SandraSeptember 1, 2011 at 7:18 PM

    I don't think I've ever had apple butter. Now I really want to try it.

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  20. CandaceSeptember 1, 2011 at 8:14 PM

    I love apple butter and I'm intrigued by the addition of 5 spice powder. It looks and sounds delicious! Thanks for sharing the recipe. Have a fantastic weekend, Candace

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  21. Christine's PantrySeptember 1, 2011 at 9:10 PM

    Love apple butter. Will try this one. Thanks for sharing.

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  22. Apron AppealSeptember 2, 2011 at 8:10 AM

    That's it? That is totally doable! I wonder what other kind of butters I can dare make.

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  23. Angie's RecipesSeptember 2, 2011 at 11:55 AM

    Love fruity butter! Looks delish!

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  24. kankanaSeptember 2, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    Never heard of this before but sure does look interesting!

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  25. ElisabethSeptember 2, 2011 at 8:42 PM

    There's nothing like homemade apple butter, and yours turned out totally amazing. Love the recipe, and for sure will try it out:DDD
    Thanks for sharing...have a wonderful Labor Day weekend!

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  26. DeborahSeptember 2, 2011 at 10:15 PM

    I've never made apple butter at home before, but I really want to this year. This version sounds amazing!!

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  27. JasmyneTeaSeptember 3, 2011 at 1:00 AM

    Wow, I've never heard of such a thing, what can you use it for?

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  28. Roxana GreenGirlSeptember 3, 2011 at 3:53 AM

    I love fruit butters, great for spreading on a slice of toast and a cup of tea!

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  29. cookingvarietiesSeptember 3, 2011 at 6:47 AM

    hi biarrose, oooooooo this spiced apple butter looks so special , never seen or heard of it before..must try it out, wonder how it tastes with the spice added.
    glad i blog walk to your site.. hi, i am Wan, from malaysia, do visit my blog , would love to read a comment from you too. have a nice day

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  30. AnonymousSeptember 3, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    I LOVE apple butter! I need some of this on an english muffin right now! I am so excited for fall. :)

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  31. adorasboxSeptember 3, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    Delicious! With the five spice in it, I can imagine how good this is served with roast belly pork.

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  32. EileenSeptember 3, 2011 at 5:23 PM

    I've never tried apple butter - but I'm willing too LOL! It looks like such an easy recipe why haven't I tried it yet???

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  33. Cassie | Bake Your DaySeptember 3, 2011 at 6:20 PM

    Yum! Bring on the fall recipes. This sounds so good!

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  34. Spoon and ChopsticksSeptember 3, 2011 at 6:55 PM

    This looks absolutely amazing. Thanks for sharing the recipe!

    http://spoon-and-chopsticks.blogspot.com/

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  35. AmySeptember 3, 2011 at 7:52 PM

    Love the 5 spice in this! I need to try making apple butter!

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  36. Dreams of cakesSeptember 4, 2011 at 3:40 AM

    It sounds delicious!!

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  37. kitaSeptember 4, 2011 at 5:56 AM

    Apple butter is already on my list for this fall! I can't wait to try it!

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  38. briarroseSeptember 4, 2011 at 12:36 PM

    Easiest to use as a spread on toast, English muffins, ect. Also fun to tuck into desserts in the place of jam.

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  39. Jen at The Three Little PigletsSeptember 4, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    Adding 5 spice is SUCH a good idea! That would be heaven for breakfast...

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  40. RachelSeptember 6, 2011 at 6:56 AM

    This looks fantastic. Apple Butter is one of my favorite things to have on hand for the fall...just seems like the perfect treat for toast.

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