Roasted Apple Butter
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/roasted_apple_butter.html
From EatingWell: Fall 2004, The EatingWell Diabetes Cookbook (2005)Making apple butter in the oven, rather than on the stovetop, produces a delectable spread with a distinctive caramelized flavor. This is a healthful alternative to commercial varieties, which usually contain added sugars.
2 cups | Active Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 2 1/2 hours
Ingredients
- 8 medium McIntosh apples, (2 3/4 pounds), peeled, cored and quartered
- 2 cups unsweetened apple juice
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 450°F. Arrange apples in a large roasting pan. Pour apple juice over the apples. Bake until tender and lightly browned, about 30 minutes. Using a fork or potato masher, thoroughly mash the apples in the roasting pan.
- Reduce oven temperature to 350°. Bake the apple puree, stirring occasionally, until very thick and deeply browned, 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 hours. Scrape into a bowl and let cool.
Nutrition
Per tablespoon : 27 Calories; 0 g Fat; 0 g Sat; 0 g Mono; 0 mg Cholesterol; 7 g Carbohydrates; 0 g Protein; 1 g Fiber; 0 mg Sodium; 18 mg Potassium
1/2 Carbohydrate Serving
Exchanges: 1/2 fruit
Tips & Notes
- Make Ahead Tip: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 6 months.