How to Make Pineapple Butter

Last Updated: May 6, 2021

Pineapple butter makes a delicious filling for cake, or it is a nice spread on toast, cake, muffins, or scones for Sunday brunches. It can also be used as a dessert accompaniment as a sauce for such dishes as ice cream, cheesecake, or pie.

Ingredients

450g / 1 lb pineapple, diced
225g / 8 oz apple, diced
2 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
150ml / 1/4 pint water
Sugar - 350g / 12 oz to every 450g / 1 lb Purée

Steps

1
Put the pineapple pieces, apple pieces, lemon juice and water into a saucepan.
2
Place the lid on the pan and cook gently for 30-40 minutes. Stir frequently using a wooden spoon. The mixture is ready when the fruit has softened.

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3
Pour the mixture into a food processor or blender.
- Purée.
4
Pour the purée into the pan and add the sugar. The amount of sugar should be adjusted as explained above. Cook over gentle heat, stirring frequently. Keep cooking until the sugar dissolves.
5
Bring the mixture to the boil. Cook for about another 15 - 20 minutes while stirring occasionally. You are aiming for a thick and creamy texture.
6
Remove from the heat and stand for 5 - 10 minutes to cool slightly.
7
Pour the mixture into jars. Cover each jar with a wax paper circle and cellophane. Fasten with a rubber band or elastic.
8
Label with the name and date. It is now ready for storage or as a gift.

Community Q&A

Question

I would like to put this in a water bath canner to preserve it for later use. Is this possible without ruining the pineapple butter?

Francois Coeur

Community Answer

Yes, as long as no water gets inside. Then, freeze it for 30 minutes until you are ready to eat it.