What is "apple butter"?

Apple butter is a smooth and creamy spread made from cooked apples, sugar, and spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. It has a rich and velvety texture with a deep, caramelized flavor reminiscent of baked apples. Apple butter is typically cooked slowly over low heat for several hours, allowing the apples to caramelize and intensify in flavor. It is commonly used as a topping for toast, biscuits, pancakes, and oatmeal, adding a sweet and comforting taste to breakfast or snacks.