Description
Bring the comforting aroma of warm apples, cinnamon, and sugar to your kitchen with this easy Slow Cooker Applesauce recipe. Perfect as a snack, dessert topping, or side dish, it’s simple, wholesome, and irresistibly nostalgic.
Ingredients
- 8 apples (peeled, cored, and thinly sliced)
- ½ cup water
- ¾ cup brown sugar (packed)
- ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples:
- Peel, core, and slice the apples. Use naturally sweet and soft apples like Fuji, Gala, or McIntosh for the best results.
- Combine Ingredients:
- Place the apple slices in your slow cooker.
- Add ½ cup of water to prevent sticking and aid in breaking down the apples as they cook.
- Slow Cook:
- Set your slow cooker to Low and cook for 6–8 hours.
- Avoid opening the lid frequently to maintain consistent heat and even cooking.
- Add Sweetness and Spice:
- Once the apples are soft and fragrant, stir in the brown sugar and pumpkin pie spice.
- Taste and adjust the sweetness or spice as desired.
- Finish the Applesauce:
- Cook for an additional 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
- For a smoother texture, use an immersion blender or mash with a fork or potato masher.
Notes
- Adjust Sweetness: Skip or reduce the brown sugar for a naturally sweet applesauce if using sweet apple varieties.
- Spice Variations: Replace pumpkin pie spice with cinnamon, nutmeg, or a mix for different flavor profiles.
- Storage Tips: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 6 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Category: Snack, Side Dish, Dessert
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American