Oven Apple Butter
I have used this recipe for quite some time. It is so much easier than the conventional method of constantly stirring over a hot stove. It is delicious and always a favorite with my husband.
I have used this recipe for quite some time. It is so much easier than the conventional method of constantly stirring over a hot stove. It is delicious and always a favorite with my husband.
- Carbohydrate 1209.1346725 g
- Cholesterol 0 mg
- Fat 3.4670875 g
- Fiber 24.4858509225845 g
- Protein 4.288065 g
- Saturated Fat 0.6234345 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Recipe (2890g)
- Sodium 289.157416666667 mg
- Sugar 1184.64882157742 g
- Trans Fat 1.59415625 g
- Calories 4696 calories
Step-by-step
- Mix together.
- Bake in large casserole at 325 degrees, uncovered, for approximately 3 hours.
- Stir every half hour.
- Ladle into sterilized jars.
- May be stored in refrigerator or processed in waterbath.
Avoiding Scorching and Achieving Proper Evaporation
The ingredient list provides measurements, but omits the crucial physical mechanics happening inside the casserole. Combining eight cups of applesauce with two cups of brown sugar creates a dense purée prone to scorching at the base of the dish. Setting the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit provides gentle, all-around radiant heat that evaporates water slowly without boiling the sugars aggressively. Stirring every thirty minutes redistributes the thickening outer edges back into the center, preventing localized burning and ensuring uniform reduction.
Testing Doneness and Long-Term Storage
Relying solely on the three-hour cooking window often leads to premature removal. The mixture reaches completion when it darkens to a deep mahogany hue and leaves a clean trail on a spoon when dragged through the center. Ladle the finished spread immediately into sterilized glass jars while hot. Seal them tightly for refrigerated storage up to one month, or process the jars in a boiling water bath for longer preservation on the pantry shelf.
