The autumn season offers an abundance of apples, traditionally used for jams, preserves, or compotes. However, culinary trends offer more original solutions to turn familiar fruits into an exquisite treat. Autumn apples are great for creating a thick homemade paste with a rich chocolate flavor, reminiscent of the famous commercial paste, but completely natural.
Secrets of Ingredient Selection and Preparation
Making homemade apple "Nutella" does not require expensive or rare ingredients. The main base is regular sweet apples that need proper preparation. The fruits are thoroughly peeled and cored, then cut into neat small pieces. The chopped apples are placed in a deep saucepan, generously covered with sugar, and left for about 30 minutes to release natural juice.
Step-by-Step Cooking and Blending Process
After the apples release juice, the saucepan is placed on low heat and simmered for 20-25 minutes until soft. It is crucial to boil the apples well before blending so the final mass achieves maximum uniformity and a tender texture. Using an immersion blender, the mass is turned into a smooth puree, where cocoa powder, vanilla sugar, and a pinch of salt are added.
Final Stage of Cooking and Preservation
At the final stage, butter is introduced into the chocolate-apple mixture, and the paste is simmered for another 10-15 minutes on minimal heat with constant stirring. The hot aromatic paste is distributed into pre-sterilized jars, sealed with lids, and left under a warm blanket until completely cooled.
