Slow Cooker Applesauce
Slow Cooker Applesauce is the ultimate comforting treat that captures the essence of fall in every spoonful. With its warm cinnamon aroma and sweet-tart flavor, this easy-to-make applesauce is perfect as a side dish or a cozy snack. Just toss in your ingredients, let the slow cooker work its magic, and enjoy a delicious homemade delight that will remind you of grandma’s kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 cups mixed apples (such as Granny Smith and Fuji), peeled, cored, and chopped
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (optional)
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Peel, core, and chop apples into bite-sized pieces.
- Combine chopped apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, and water in the slow cooker. Stir gently to mix.
- Cover and cook on low heat for about 4 hours until apples are soft.
- Mash the mixture to your desired consistency using a potato masher or fork.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or spice levels as needed before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Experiment with different apple varieties for unique flavors. Enhance your applesauce by adding spices like nutmeg or vanilla extract. Store leftovers in airtight containers in the fridge for up to one week.