Best 10 Apple Jack Recipes

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Applejack: A Timeless Spirit Crafted from Crisp Apples

Applejack, an esteemed American brandy, has captivated taste buds for centuries with its distinctive apple flavor and smooth finish. Originating in colonial America, this spirit is a testament to the ingenuity of early settlers who transformed surplus apples into a warming elixir. As you embark on a culinary journey through this article, discover the intricate process of crafting applejack and uncover a collection of enticing recipes that showcase its versatility. From classic cocktails like the Applejack Sour to innovative culinary creations such as Applejack-Braised Short Ribs, each recipe pays homage to this exceptional spirit. Let the crisp essence of apples guide you as you explore the world of applejack and savor the flavors it imparts on both classic and contemporary dishes.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

APPLE JACK



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I came up with this mix by accident when my bar tender misinterpreted me asking for a Jack and Pineapple juice by giving me a Jack and apple juice. It has since become a bar room staple.

Provided by Firefighter

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cocktail Recipes     Whiskey Drinks Recipes

Time 1m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 (1.5 fluid ounce) jigger Tennessee whiskey
2 fluid ounces apple juice

Steps:

  • Pour whiskey into a wide shot glass. Top with apple juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134.1 calories, Carbohydrate 7.3 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 1.9 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

APPLE JACK SHOT



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Can you handle it?

Provided by Dudelander

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Shot Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 fluid ounce whiskey
1 fluid ounce sour apple schnapps

Steps:

  • Pour whiskey and sour apple schnapps into a shot glass and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.6 calories, Carbohydrate 13.3 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 2 mg, Sugar 12.1 g

APPLE JACK STACK CAKE



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Appalachian apple stack cake is communal cooking at its finest. Originally, each layer was baked at home by individual cooks, likely in cast-iron skillets, then brought together and assembled for church suppers and gatherings. Instead of the spongy cakes we're used to today, these layers are more like cookies-firmer, so they slowly soften beneath liberal applications of apple butter and cooked apples. This recipe stays mostly true to those principles. Instead of individually baking the layers one skillet at a time, though, use a cake pan to trace a pattern on parchment paper and trim circles of rolled dough to fit it. Bake two layers simultaneously (more if you have a convection oven). The edges of the cake layers won't be as perfectly neat as if you'd baked them in skillets or cake pans, but that's all right. This is a rustic cake.

Categories     Cake     Dessert     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Apple     Fall     HarperCollins     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 1 cake

Number Of Ingredients 22

For the filling:
3 pounds assorted apples, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch wedges
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 cup apple cider
1/4 cup applejack, apple brandy, or bourbon
1 1/2 cups apple butter
For the cake:
5 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/3 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter
2 cups granulated sugar
1/4 cup molasses
2 large eggs
For the glaze:
1 cup dark brown sugar
1/4 cup reserved apple cider mixture (from the filling)
1 tablespoon molasses
2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Steps:

  • For the filling:
  • Put the apples, brown sugar, cider, and applejack in a large saucepan; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender, about 20 minutes. Drain the apples and reserve 1/4 cup of the liquid. Set aside.
  • For the cake:
  • Position the racks in the upper-middle and lower-middle of the oven and preheat the oven to 350°F. Coat two baking sheets with cooking spray.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together. In a large liquid measuring cup, whisk together the buttermilk and vanilla.
  • In large bowl, with an electric mixer at medium-high speed, beat the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Reduce the speed to medium-low and add the molasses, beating until incorporated. Add the eggs one at a time and mix until incorporated. Gradually add the buttermilk (the mixture will look curdled); add the flour mixture and mix until a soft dough forms-it should look like cookie dough. Remove the dough from the bowl, pat into a round, cover in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
  • Divide the dough into 6 equal portions, about 8 1/2 ounces each. On parchment paper, roll portions of dough into circles about 1/4 inch thick. Use an 8-inch cake pan as a guide to trim into uniform 8-inch circles. Bake one circle on each prepared sheet until golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes, rotating and switching the baking sheets halfway through baking. Transfer the circles to cooling racks and let cool completely. The cakes will harden and set as they cool. Repeat with remaining dough. Reroll scraps to form a seventh layer.
  • Place the first layer on a serving plate and spread with 1/4 cup of the apple butter. Arrange one-sixth of the cooled cooked apples on top of apple butter and top with another layer of cake. Repeat with the remaining filling and cake layers, ending with a cake layer on top. Wrap the cake tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate until the layers soften, at least 12 hours and up to 2 days.
  • For the glaze:
  • In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, reserved apple cider mixture, and the molasses. Bring to a low boil over medium-high heat and cook until the sugar is dissolved, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the butter until smooth. Let cool for 5 minutes, then pour the glaze over the top of the cake. Slice and serve, or store the cake, covered, at room temperature for up to 3 days.

APPLE-JACK CHICKEN PIZZA WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons LAND O LAKES® Butter
2 large sweet onions (such as Maui or Walla Walla), very thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 can (13.8 oz.) Pillsbury® refrigerated classic pizza crust
1 unpeeled large Red Delicious apple, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon Domino® or C&H® Granulated Sugar
3 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
1/3 cup cooked real bacon bits (from 3-oz. package)
2 medium green onions, sliced (2 tablespoons)
1 1/2 cups shredded pepper Jack cheese (6 oz.)
1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (6 oz.)

Steps:

  • In 12-inch skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter over medium heat. Add sweet onions and thyme; cook about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and golden. Stir in salt and pepper. Remove onions from skillet; set aside. Heat oven to 425 degrees F. High Altitude (3500-6500 ft): No change. Spray large cookie sheet with CRISCO Original No-Stick Cooking Spray. Unroll pizza crust dough on cookie sheet; press dough into 14x10-inch rectangle. Bake 7 to 11 minutes or until light golden brown. Reduce oven temperature to 375 degrees F. Meanwhile, in same skillet, melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add apple and sugar; cook 4 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sugar is melted and apple is slightly soft. Spread onion mixture over partially baked crust. Top evenly with chicken, apple mixture, bacon, green onions and cheeses. Bake 10 to 20 minutes longer or until cheeses are melted and crust is golden brown.

APPLE-" JACK " PORK MARINADE



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Use this fall-flavored marinade for pork loin or tenderloins. I used it on a boneless loin, roasted with baby carrots and red potatoes. Use the marinade to baste the roast and to de-glaze the roasting pan. Bring to a boil and serve over the vegies.

Provided by Outta Here

Categories     Pork

Time 5m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups apple cider (or unsweetened apple juice)
1/2 cup Jack Daniels Whiskey
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon mustard powder
1 tablespoon dried onion flakes
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon molasses

Steps:

  • Whisk all ingredients in a bowl.
  • Place meat in zip-loc type plastic bag and our marinade over.
  • Seal bag and refrigerate for 2-6 hours.
  • Remove meat and cook as desired, using reserved marinade as noted above.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.4, Fat 4.8, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 49.4, Carbohydrate 25.8, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 22.4, Protein 0.4

APPLE JACK CHICKEN



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This is an incredibly quick and easy to prepare dinner dish that's surprisingly tasty. I got the recipe from a busy Mom who works full time and comes home to prepare dinner for a family each night.My modifications were minor. It's perfect for one of those times when you just don't have the energy to prepare something special.

Provided by GREG IN SAN DIEGO

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 slices monterey jack cheese or 4 slices monterey jack pepper cheese
1 teaspoon curry powder
2 apples, cored and thinly sliced
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Place chicken between 2 sheets of waxed paper and, with rolling pin or metal "chicken pounder" flatten each breast piece to uniform thickness.
  • Place chicken in prepared 9 x 13 baking dish and bake for about 30 minutes, depending on thickness and your particular oven.
  • Turn chicken pieces and divide apple slices evenly on top of each piece.
  • Bake for an additional 10 minutes.
  • Top each chicken piece with a slice of cheese.
  • Bake an additional 5 or 10 minutes or until cheese melts and chicken is cooked.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287.9, Fat 11.8, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 100.4, Sodium 288.1, Carbohydrate 13.1, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 9.6, Protein 32.2

APPLE JACK COOKIES



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I received this in an E-Mail. I have not tried it yet but hope to for Christmas. The recipe did not specify an amount, so I will just guess on the number of cookies.

Provided by Jane from Ohio

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 30m

Yield 36 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup light brown sugar
1/2 cup shortening
1 egg
1 1/2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 cup apple, chopped unpeeled

Steps:

  • Cream together sugar and shortening.
  • Beat in egg.
  • Sift together dry ingredients; add to mixture.
  • Beat until well blended.
  • Stir in apples.
  • Drop in the shape of a ball on a greased cookie sheet.
  • Bake at 375°F for 12 -15 minutes.

APPLE JACK BREAKFAST WRAPS



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Make and share this Apple Jack Breakfast Wraps recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Breakfast

Time 42m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups peeled cored and diced tart green apples
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup honey
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon butter
1 1/3 cups whole milk
1 cup rolled oats
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup apple butter
2 10 inch whole wheat tortillas (I also have used apple cinnamon tortillas when I can get them)

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix together the first 5 ingredients; toss to coat apples evenly.
  • In a large non-stick skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  • Add the apple mixture; cook 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the apples are tender when pierced with a fork.
  • Add in the milk and stir to mix.
  • Gradually stir in the oatmeal.
  • Lower the heat and cook 5 to 7 minutes or until all the liquid has been absorbed by the oatmeal.
  • Remove skillet from the heat and add vanilla.
  • Evenly spread the apple butter on the two tortillas, leaving a 1-inch border aroung the edge.
  • Spoon the apple-oatmeal mixture onto the tortillas and roll-up/wrap.

APPLE JACK CRUMB PIE



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I serve this apple pie at my monthly bridge club meetings, and I always get many compliments. The cheese in the streusel gives the treat an interesting flavor. -Mary June Donovan, Clinton, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/3 cup golden raisins
3 tablespoons brandy
Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
5 cups sliced peeled tart apples
2 tablespoons lemon juice
TOPPING:
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
6 tablespoons cold butter, cubed
3/4 cup grated aged (dry) Jack or Gouda cheese
1/4 cup blanched almonds
Vanilla ice cream

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine raisins and brandy; cover and let stand at room temperature overnight., Roll out pastry to fit a 9-in. pie plate. Transfer pastry to pie plate. Trim pastry to 1/2 in. beyond edge of plate; flute edges. In a large bowl, combine the brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg and pepper. Add the apples, lemon juice and raisin mixture; toss to coat. Transfer to pastry., Combine flour and sugar in a food processor. Add butter; cover and pulse until coarse crumbs form. Add cheese and almonds; pulse just until combined. Sprinkle over filling., Bake at 375° for 50-60 minutes or until apples are tender and topping is golden brown. Cover edges with foil during the last 30 minutes to prevent overbrowning if necessary. Serve warm with ice cream.

Nutrition Facts :

APPLE JACK IOWA PORK CHOPS FROM DES MOINES



Apple Jack Iowa Pork Chops from Des Moines image

Iowa is famous for its pork, which some think is the best in the world. Here's a unique and delicious way to make an old favorite. Serve with wild rice or rice topped with toasted almonds.

Provided by Kaye Lynn

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes     Boneless

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon seasoned salt
4 boneless pork loin chops
¼ cup butter
½ cup chopped green onions
3 Granny Smith apples - peeled, cored and sliced
3 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup apple brandy
1 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix flour with seasoned salt; coat chops evenly with mixture and shake off excess. Over medium-high heat, melt butter in large skillet. Add chops, and cook about 5 minutes, turning once, or until meat surface is browned. Remove chops from pan and set aside on a separate plate.
  • Add onions, apples, and mushrooms to skillet, cooking just until soft. Add thyme, salt, pepper, and apple brandy; stir to blend. Return chops to skillet and surround with onion mixture. Over medium heat, simmer uncovered, for about 10 minutes. Mix in cream and simmer until sauce thickens, about 10 minutes longer. Do not let cream boil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 756 calories, Carbohydrate 47.8 g, Cholesterol 192.4 mg, Fat 42.3 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 31.3 g, SaturatedFat 24 g, Sodium 866 mg, Sugar 30.2 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of apples for a more complex flavor. Some good options include Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Braeburn.
  • If you don't have a juicer, you can use a blender or food processor to puree the apples. Just be sure to strain the puree through a cheesecloth or fine-mesh sieve to remove any solids.
  • Add a little bit of sugar or honey to the apple juice if you find it too tart.
  • You can use any type of yeast to make apple jack, but a champagne yeast will give you a cleaner flavor.
  • Ferment the apple jack in a cool, dark place for at least 6 weeks. The longer you ferment it, the smoother the flavor will be.
  • Once the apple jack has finished fermenting, you can either bottle it or drink it right away.

Conclusion:

Apple jack is a delicious and easy-to-make homemade liquor. It's perfect for sipping on its own or using in cocktails. With a little bit of patience, you can make a batch of apple jack that will impress your friends and family. So what are you waiting for? Get started today!

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