The Art of Apple Processing: Making Apple Butter, Apple Juice, and Applesauce

TLDRJoin Becky on her homestead as she processes a hundred pounds of apples into delicious apple butter, apple juice, and applesauce. She shares her tried and true methods as well as some new techniques she's trying. Watch as she uses a steam juicer to extract apple juice without peeling the apples and runs the pulp through a food mill to make applesauce. Get inspired to make your own apple creations!

Key insights

🍎Becky processes a hundred pounds of apples on her homestead

🍏She uses a steam juicer to extract apple juice without peeling the apples

🍏🔪Becky runs the pulp through a food mill to make applesauce

🥣Apple butter is made by simmering the apples and adding ingredients like sugar and spices

🥤The apple juice can be enjoyed fresh or used for other recipes

Q&A

Can I make apple butter without peeling the apples?

Yes! Becky shows how to make apple butter using unpeeled apples.

Do I need a steam juicer to make apple juice?

No, but it makes the process easier and allows you to extract juice without peeling the apples.

How long does it take to make apple butter?

Apple butter needs to cook for about 30 minutes until the apples are soft. The whole process can take a few hours depending on the quantity.

Can I freeze the apple juice?

Yes, you can freeze the apple juice in containers or ice cube trays for later use.

What can I do with the leftover apple pulp?

The leftover apple pulp can be used to make applesauce or added to compost.

Timestamped Summary

00:01Becky introduces her massive project of processing a hundred pounds of apples

00:21She starts by making apple butter using unpeeled apples

03:23Becky shows how to prepare apples for freezing and testing their shelf life

05:49She demonstrates the process of replacing the insert of a freeze dryer

07:31Becky explains her plan to make apple juice and applesauce using a steam juicer and food mill

09:59She starts the process of making apple juice using the steam juicer

11:23Becky discusses the idea of using the pulp from the steam juicer to make applesauce

12:46She describes the process of washing and preparing apples for applesauce