18 Recipes That Use Apple Butter: There’s Something Here For Every One
If you’re like me, you’ve probably found yourself with a jar of apple butter and thought, “I don’t want to have toast again. What else can I do with this?”. Well, there are many recipes that use apple butter. Apple butter is one of those apple recipes that adds warmth and a touch of sweetness to almost anything. I’ve put together a list of ideas to inspire you, whether you are baking or cooking.
In this post, we’ll explore some easy and delicious recipes to help you get the most out of that jar.
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Apple Butter Pie
Apple Butter Pie is a perfect fall dessert! It’s creamy and has the warm spices of cinnamon and nutmeg, along with a fresh, tart apple flavor. The secret to its amazing apple taste is apple butter, a rich and spiced fruit spread. Unlike a traditional apple pie, this one has a smooth texture, similar to a pumpkin pie.
Apple Butter Brisket
This delicious Apple Butter Brisket is sweet, tender, and perfect for the holidays. It’s made with beer and roasted until it’s just right. Plus, it’s great for feeding a big group!
Apple Cinnamon Rolls
Apple Cinnamon Rolls are soft and fluffy, filled with cinnamon sugar and spiced apple pie filling. They have all the delicious flavors of apple pie but in the form of a cinnamon roll.
Easy Apple Crisp Bars
This simple Apple Crisp Bar recipe is a great way to enjoy fall flavors. It has a layer of apple butter, a crunchy cinnamon topping, and plenty of fresh apples. Each bite tastes just like fall!
Apple Butter Pizza
Try this Apple Butter Pizza, a perfect tribute to autumn. You’ll love the mix of flavors – a crispy pizza crust with Gorgonzola cheese, fresh baby arugula, and toasted pine nuts. It’s a great dish to enjoy as the weather cools down!
Slow Cooker Apple Butter Little Smokies
Slow Cooker Apple Butter Little Smokies are a fun and tasty option for your next party! They’re packed with fall flavors and are sure to be filling.
Sourdough Apple Butter Muffins
This simple Sourdough Apple Butter Muffin recipe uses apples in two ways: fresh apples in the batter and apple butter. I also add sourdough discard for a slightly tangy taste, similar to buttermilk or yogurt.
Perfect Apple Butter Pound Cake
This Apple Butter Pound Cake with apple cider glaze is the perfect fall bundt cake! The apple butter packs warm, spiced apple flavors, making it great for celebrating the season.
Apple Butter Pork Chops
Apple Butter Pork Chops are an easy and comforting fall meal. Boneless pork chops and sautéed onions are covered in a sweet, tangy apple butter Dijon sauce.
Apple Butter Cacao Nib Rugelach
This gluten-free Apple Butter Rugelach has crunchy cacao nibs for a tasty bite. It’s buttery, soft, and a fun cookie to enjoy during the season!
Apple Butter Roasted Chicken
This Apple Butter Roasted Chicken is the perfect mix of sweet and savory. It has a crispy outside and a juicy, tender inside, making it an excellent choice for Sunday dinner!
No Bake Apple Pie Parfaits
No-Bake Apple Pie Parfaits are the easiest apple pie treat! This dessert is made with just a few simple ingredients and will surely be a hit!
Apple Cinnamon Mousse
Apple Cinnamon Mousse is a light and creamy dessert with the warm flavors of spiced apple butter. It’s fluffy, delicious, and easy to make, making it the perfect treat after any meal!
Apple Butter Old Fashioned Cocktail
The Apple Butter Old Fashioned is a tasty fall or winter cocktail made with real apple butter. It’s one of our favorite drinks, and once you try it, you might want to make it one of yours, too!
Apple Butter Roasted Chicken with Potatoes
This one pan Apple Butter Roasted Chicken with onions and potatoes is a simple dish that combines sweet and savory flavors.
Spiced Apple Butter Linzer Cookies
These Spiced Apple Butter Linzer Cookies are one of the easiest and most fun cookies to make! They’re simple almond cookies with a hint of cinnamon, cut into cute shapes, baked, and topped with delicious spiced apple butter.
Apple Cider Donut Cake with Spiced Apple Butter Filling
Apple Cider Donut Cake with a Spiced Apple Butter Filling is everything you love about apple cider but in cake form! It’s a moist and tender brown sugar cake flavored with fresh apple cider and cinnamon, filled with homemade spiced apple butter, and topped with spiced sugar.
Cinnamon Apple Butter Puff Pastry Tarts
These Cinnamon Apple Butter Puff Pastry Tarts are a great handheld treat for fall! Made with flaky puff pastry (homemade or store-bought), spiced apple butter, and fresh apples, they’re a quick and easy fall snack.
FAQs
Yes, but it depends on the recipe. In baking, you can often replace some or all of the butter or oil with apple butter to moisten things like muffins or cakes. Just remember, apple butter will add a bit of sweetness and spice, so it works best in sweet recipes.
Apple butter can last up to two weeks if kept in an airtight container in the fridge. You can also freeze it if you want to keep it longer!
Apple butter is great with pork, chicken, and even beef. It can also be used as a marinade, glaze, or sauce to add a sweet and tangy flavor to roasted or grilled meats.
Absolutely! Store-bought apple butter works just as well in recipes. If you’re watching your sugar intake, check the label for added sugars.
Besides spreading it on toast, you can stir it into oatmeal, yogurt, or smoothies. You can also use it as a filling for pastries, swirl it into cakes, or mix it into sauces for meats.
I hope this list of recipes that use apple butter has sparked some new ideas for you! Whether you’re whipping up a quick snack or trying something a little more adventurous, apple butter adds that perfect touch of sweetness and spice to so many dishes. Don’t be afraid to get creative in the kitchen!
By Katie Shaw
Katie lives in Virginia with her husband, three daughters, a chocolate lab, and over thirty chickens. She loves creating simple tutorials for sourdough, bread, and soap. Her recipes, articles, and YouTube videos reach millions of people per year.