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Slow Cooker Fried Apples

Slow Cooker Fried Apples: Sweet Comfort in Every Bite

Experience the sweet, caramelized goodness of Slow Cooker Fried Apples – an easy delight perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Apples
  • 3 pounds Honey Crisp Apples Substitutions: Granny Smith or Fuji
For the Sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Arrowroot powder can be used
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Sugar substitute for lighter alternative
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Can switch with sweetener for sugar-free version
For the Flavors
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon Experiment with nutmeg or apple pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Omit for a simpler version
For the Richness
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Coconut oil works for dairy-free option
For Brightness
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Citrus zest as alternative

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Peel, core, and slice the Honey Crisp apples into even wedges, about 1/4 inch thick.
  2. Combine the sliced apples with cornstarch, brown sugar, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, melted butter, and lemon juice in the slow cooker.
  3. Cover and cook on high for 2 hours, allowing the apples to soften.
  4. Check after 2 hours for doneness; if needed, cook for an additional 15 minutes.
  5. Stir and serve warm, either as a dessert or side dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 3gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Select firm Honey Crisp apples for best results. Customize with nuts or dried fruits as desired.

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