Slow Cooker Apple Butter – Easy apple butter made in a crock pot with spices that can be made overnight! Perfect to use for fall baking!

Slow Cooker Apple Butter

Slow cooker apple butter is one of my favorite fall treats. Even though this was my first time making it, I was surprised at how effortless it is — the crock pot does nearly all the work. The result is a smooth, spreadable apple butter that’s perfect on morning toast or for fall baking.

I’m tempted to try a pumpkin variation next time for a seasonal twist. (Updated: Slow Cooker Pumpkin Butter Recipe)

I first tasted apple butter as a child in Pennsylvania and instantly loved it. It’s similar to applesauce but silkier and designed to be spread on bread rather than eaten like a snack. I also discovered pear butter at a local monastery last summer and loved it — the Jam Pot makes unique flavors like rosehip and dandelion preserves. Their baked goods are memorable too; once I had a banana muffin so large it lasted me several breakfasts.

Looking for more apple recipes? Check these out!

Apple Bread
Apple Cinnamon Waffles
Caramel Apple Pie Dip
Caramel Apple Spice {Starbucks Copycat}

Notes on slow cooker apple butter recipe

You can also cook it on low for 4–6 hours if you prefer a slower method.
To make Chai Apple Butter, add 1/4 tsp ground ginger, 1/4 tsp ground cardamom, and 1/8 tsp ground cloves.

Yield: 12

Slow Cooker Apple Butter

Easy apple butter made in a crock pot with warm spices — a simple recipe that can cook overnight for effortless fall flavor.

Prep Time
5 minutes

Cook Time
2 hours

Total Time
2 hours 5 minutes

Ingredients

3 lbs apples, cored and sliced
1 tbsp pure maple syrup
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1 cinnamon stick

Instructions

Place all ingredients in the slow cooker and set on high. Cook for 2–3 hours, until the apples are very soft.
Transfer the cooked apples to a food processor and blend until smooth and creamy. Allow to cool before transferring to jars or containers.

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Scottish Tea Cookies with Apple Butter from Platter Talk

Pumpkin Spice Cake with Apple Butter Cream Cheese Frosting from Life Currents

Apple Butter Barbecue Chicken from A Kitchen Hoor’s Adventure