Searching for a fruit spread recipe for your morning toast or pancakes? I highly recommend this easy, homemade apple curd recipe. It is super creamy, delicious and made with fresh apple, brown sugar and cinnamon.
Wash and peel the apples, remove the core, then cut into small pieces.
In a saucepan, add apples, cinnamon, lemon zest, lemon juice and 1 tablespoon water.
Stir everything and bring to a simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the apples have softened completely.
Remove from heat; transfer to a sieve, and use a spoon to press the apples through the sieve into another pan.
In a small cup, combine cornstarch with water, stir well until cornstarch is fully dissolved.
Pour the cornstarch mixture and brown sugar into the apple mixture, add vanilla, stir well.
Now, bring the mixture to a simmer for 1-2 minutes or until the sauce is thickened.
Remove from the heat, add the butter, stir until combined and let it cool.
Notes
I used Granny Smith apples cut into small chunks; I actually prefer to use this slightly tart apple to balance the sweetness of the sugar. If you use sweet apples such as Gala or Red Delicious, I recommend reducing the sugar by 1-2 tablespoons. Also, choose apples that are firm and crisp.