Crockpot Applesauce

Easy, homemade crockpot applesauce made with fresh apples, cinnamon, and a touch of sweetness. Perfect for snacking, breakfast, or as a side dish.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 8

Total Time 8 20

Servings: 8 cups

Course: Breakfast, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Calories: 112

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

Apples

4 pounds apples mix of sweet and tart varieties

Liquid

1/2 cup water or apple cider

Sweetener (Optional)

1/4 cup brown sugar or maple syrup or honey

Spices

2 cinnamon sticks cinnamon sticks or 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon

Acidity & Flavor Boosters

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional

Equipment

Slow Cooker
Potato Masher or Fork
Immersion Blender (Optional)

Method

Wash and core apples. For a rustic look and more fiber, do not peel the apples.
Chop apples into 1 inch chunks. Place them into a slow cooker.
Pour water or apple cider over the apples.
Add lemon juice and optional sweetener directly on top of apples.
Place cinnamon sticks (or sprinkle ground cinnamon) evenly over the apples.
Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
If you’d like a chunky texture, mash with a potato masher. For a smooth apple sauce, use an immersion blender.
Remove cinnamon sticks. Taste and adjust flavors as needed before serving.

Notes

For chunky applesauce, leave the apples mostly whole. For smooth applesauce, blend everything fully. This recipe is versatile and works well as a healthy snack, breakfast topping, or side dish.