apple butter

noun

Meaning

A highly concentrated, dark brown fruit spread made by cooking apples with sugar and spices until the mixture caramelizes.

Examples

Many local farms sell jars of homemade apple butter during the autumn harvest season.
Unlike standard jam, apple butter has a smooth, thick consistency that makes it perfect for spreading on biscuits.

Synonyms: fruit spread, jam, preserve, confiture

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apple butter

noun

Pronunciation: ˈæpəl ˌbʌtər

Definition

A highly concentrated, dark brown fruit spread made by cooking apples with sugar and spices until the mixture caramelizes.

Examples

Many local farms sell jars of homemade apple butter during the autumn harvest season.
Unlike standard jam, apple butter has a smooth, thick consistency that makes it perfect for spreading on biscuits.
The secret to a great apple butter is simmering the fruit slowly for several hours to deepen the flavor.

Synonyms of apple butter

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