When fall arrives, apple butter starts appearing at farmers markets. Ever picked up a jar and not sure what it is? Hint – it’s not dairy butter with apples. Learn all about apple butter, the best apples to use and how to make it at home here. Or, maybe there’s been a jar in the fridge and you’re unsure of how to use it. Well, we’ve found 13 scrumptious ways to use apple butter.
“Apples and pork are a classic combination, and this slow cooker apple butter pulled pork recipe brings them together in a stick-to-your-ribs sandwich!” – Cassie
“Apple butter cinnamon swirl bread: a soft, moist yeast loaf with ribbons of apple butter and cinnamon sugar in every bite!” – Allie
“Apple butter is a fall must around here. It’s such a delight to spread on biscuits, bagels, and more. And it’s a great ingredient for baking, too. With this recipe, apple butter adds wonderful flavor and texture to nutty oatmeal cookies.” – Jennifer
“These baked apple butter ham and cheese sandwiches are the perfect party food. They are the perfect balance of sweet and savory and ready in just 35 minutes! ” – Nutmeg Nanny
“Baked brown sugar crusted wings sweetened with apple butter and finished with a Sriracha cream drizzle for a spicy kick!” – Chungah
“Creamy homemade cinnamon apple butter cheesecake with graham cracker crust. A flavorful fall dessert!” – Rachel
“These Apple Butter Buttercream Cupcakes are a simple cinnamon cupcake with apple butter creamed into the buttercream for a classic fall flavor!” – Julie, Maddie and Kinslee
“Made with just a few simple pantry ingredients, this Apple Butter Barbecue Sauce will elevate your grilled meats any time of year.” – Jill
“Slow cooker apple butter little smokies are something different and delicious to serve at your next party.” – Sarah
“A delicious combination of sweet and savory come together in this easy One Pan Apple Butter Roasted Chicken with Onions and Potatoes.” – Jessica
“These pork chops turned out so, so yummy! I love that they were tender and delicious in minutes rather than the whole day it takes in the Crock Pot!” – Brandi
“Yep, you read that right. Yeast Rolls. Made with apple butter. In a slow cooker. This easy yeast rolls recipe is my favorite variety of crockpot bread, with a rich sweet flavor and moist tender texture.” – Sommer
“These Apple Butter Empanadas are small hand pies made with an all butter crust and filled with spiced apple butter. It’s an easy recipe for when you’re craving a quick apple dessert that can be made all year long.” – Trang