Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['low_calorie'], recipe: the thicker skinned, late summer and fall apples produce a grainier texture that's best for applesauce. stir applesauce, sugars, and cider together and cook in a slow oven (325 deg f.) for 3 hours, stirring occasionally. add spices. return to oven and cook 1 hour more. apple butter requires long, slow cooking. (can also be made in a crockpot.)

Target recipe: wash and dice apples, discarding stems, and place into crock pot. pour in apple juice. add cinnamon. cook on low for 12-16 hours or until apples are mushy. puree apple in food processor. return to crock pot and cook on low until as thick as you like, stirring occasionally. can apple butter in pint jars in a water bath for 15 minutes.