Slow Cooker Apple Butter

Spray a large crockpot (one that will be big enough for all the apples) with non-stick cooking spray. Place apples into the bottom of the crockpot.

In a separate bowl, combine the white sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Sprinkle this over the apples and lightly toss to coat.

Cover and cook on low for 9 hours or high for 4 hours. When 1 hour is left, add the vanilla and stir. Cover and cook on low for an additional hour.

Using an immersion blender or potato masher, mash apples to reach your desired consistency. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes:
1. Be sure to adjust the amount of sugar you use based on the type of apples that you chose. The sugars listed above are based on using 5 pounds of Honeycrisp apples.
2. Apple butter will last up to two weeks if refrigerated.