Crockpot Cinnamon Applesauce: Simple Fall Treat (Print Version)
Make delicious Crockpot Cinnamon Applesauce with minimal effort. A comforting, healthy fall treat perfect for snacks, breakfast, or dessert.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 240 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 260 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free
# Ingredients:
→ Autumn's Core
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2 lbs Fuji apples, peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks
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2 lbs Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks
→ Warm Spice Embrace
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2 tbsp ground cinnamon
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1 tsp ground nutmeg
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1/2 tsp ground allspice
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1/4 tsp ground cloves
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1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
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1/4 cup pure maple syrup
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1 tsp pure vanilla extract
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Pinch of sea salt
→ Slow Cooker's Simmering Secret
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1 cup unsweetened apple cider
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1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
# Instructions:
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Peel, core, and cut 2 lbs Fuji apples and 2 lbs Granny Smith apples (Autumn's Core) into 1-inch chunks. This ensures even cooking and a consistent texture for your Crockpot Cinnamon Applesauce: Easy Fall Treat.
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In a 6-quart or larger crockpot, combine the prepped apples with 2 tbsp ground cinnamon, 1 tsp ground nutmeg, 1/2 tsp ground allspice, 1/4 tsp ground cloves, 1/2 cup light brown sugar, 1/4 cup pure maple syrup, 1 tsp pure vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt (all Warm Spice Embrace).
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Pour in 1 cup unsweetened apple cider and 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (Slow Cooker's Simmering Secret) over the apple mixture. Stir everything gently to ensure the apples are well coated with the spices and liquids for your Crockpot Cinnamon Applesauce: Easy Fall Treat.
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Cover the crockpot and cook on LOW for 4 hours, or until the apples are very tender and easily pierced with a fork. The aroma will fill your kitchen, signaling a delicious Crockpot Cinnamon Applesauce: Easy Fall Treat is underway.
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Once cooked, remove the lid. Use a potato masher to mash the apples to your desired consistency – chunky or smooth. For a super smooth texture, you can use an immersion blender directly in the pot until silky.
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Taste and adjust sweetness or spices if needed. Serve your warm Crockpot Cinnamon Applesauce: Easy Fall Treat immediately, or let it cool completely before transferring to airtight containers for storage.
# Notes:
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This applesauce is fantastic served warm with pork chops, stirred into oatmeal or yogurt, or simply enjoyed on its own.
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Store leftover applesauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7-10 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
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Feel free to adjust the amount of brown sugar and maple syrup to your preferred sweetness level. You can also add a bit more cinnamon if you love a stronger spice kick.
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For a different flavor profile, experiment with other apple varieties like Honeycrisp, Gala, or Pink Lady in combination with the Fuji and Granny Smith.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Slow cooker
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vegetable peeler
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knife
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cutting board
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measuring cups
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measuring spoons
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potato masher (optional)
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 208 kcal
Total Fat: 0 g
Total Carbohydrate: 54 g
Protein: 0 g