Apple butter is a concentrated, spreadable fruit preserve made from slow-cooked apples, sugar, and spices like cinnamon and cloves. Despite its name, it contains no butter; the name comes from its smooth, creamy texture. It is essentially a more intensely flavored and thicker version of applesauce, created by cooking the apples for a longer period to reduce the water content and caramelize the sugars. 
Breakfast spread: Spread on toast, biscuits, pancakes, or scones. 
Dessert ingredient: Swirl into ice cream, use as a frosting for cakes, or mix into baked goods like banana bread. 
Savory dishes: Serve as a condiment for pork chops or with ham and turkey sandwiches. 
Side dish: Mix into mashed sweet potatoes.