Step 1

Place all ingredients into the crock pot and stir to mix well.

Step 2

Cook on high 4 - 6 hours or low for 8 - 10 hours. (The longer it cooks, the darker and more rich it will become)

Step 3

Blend and serve hot or store for later.

Step 4

Place apples along with 1 cup of water (1.5 cups for an 8 quart pot) into the inner liner of the instant pot. Sprinkle evenly with sugar and cinnamon.

Step 5

Cook on manual (high pressure) for 10 minutes. Do a controlled quick pressure release, hit cancel, and then turn on saute function.

Step 6

Saute, stirring constantly, until extra liquid has cooked off and apple butter reaches your desired consistency.

Step 7

Blend and serve hot or store for later.