Best 6 Slow Cooked Applesauce Recipes

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Applesauce is a delectable treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover apples. Slow-cooked applesauce is a particularly delicious and easy-to-make version of this classic dish. This method of cooking allows the apples to soften and release their natural sweetness, resulting in a smooth and flavorful applesauce. Plus, slow cookers are incredibly convenient, making this recipe a great option for busy individuals or families.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SLOW-COOKED APPLESAUCE



Slow-Cooked Applesauce image

My sweet and chunky applesauce is a perfect snack or side dish with your favorite entree. Because it's prepared in the slow cooker, you can fix it and forget it before you and the family head out for some fun. -Susanne Wasson, Montgomery, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 6h20m

Yield 12 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 pounds apples (about 18 medium), peeled and sliced
1 cup sugar
1 cup water
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup butter, cubed
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the apples, sugar, water, salt and cinnamon. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until tender. , Turn off heat; stir in butter and vanilla. Mash if desired. Serve warm or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 112mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SLOW COOKER APPLESAUCE



Slow Cooker Applesauce image

This applesauce is super easy to make because it cooks in a crock pot while you are doing something else.

Provided by Leda Meredith

Categories     Dessert     Side Dish     Snack     Sauces     Sauce

Time 6h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 pounds/1.8 kilograms apples
1/4 cup/57 grams light brown sugar, or 3 tablespoons honey; optional
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; optional
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg; optional
1 cup/236 milliliters water
1 tablespoon/15 milliliters lemon juice

Steps:

  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 kcal, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 4 mg, Sugar 19 g, Fat 0 g, ServingSize 12 Servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

SPICED SLOW COOKER APPLESAUCE



Spiced Slow Cooker Applesauce image

This easy and delicious spiced applesauce slow cooks to perfection. My kids and I came up with this recipe one fall weekend. It's a family favorite.

Provided by A.S.G.

Categories     Side Dish     Applesauce Recipes

Time 6h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

8 apples - peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
½ cup water
¾ cup packed brown sugar
½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

Steps:

  • Combine the apples and water in a slow cooker; cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours. Stir in the brown sugar and pumpkin pie spice; continue cooking another 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.5 calories, Carbohydrate 39.4 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 7.7 mg, Sugar 34.4 g

CROCK POT APPLESAUCE



Crock Pot Applesauce image

This is our family's favorite applesauce. I found the recipe over 20 years ago when I was looking for something to make in the crock pot that I received as a wedding gift.

Provided by LoveBakedIn

Categories     Sauces

Time 3h25m

Yield 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 lbs tart apples, cored and sliced thin
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup water
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Mix apples (about 12 cups) with cinnamon and sugar and put into crock pot.
  • Pour water and lemon juice over apples. Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222.8, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 4.4, Carbohydrate 58.8, Fiber 7.4, Sugar 48.1, Protein 0.8

SLOW COOKER CIDER APPLESAUCE (NO SUGAR ADDED)



Slow Cooker Cider Applesauce (No Sugar Added) image

This spicy applesauce requires no added sugar because the apples and spices are sweet enough on their own. The smell of the apples cooking with the spices makes the entire house smell like apple cider!

Provided by Cookingfor9

Categories     Side Dish     Applesauce Recipes

Time 4h10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 4

5 pounds apples - peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
1 ½ tablespoons ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Layer apples into a slow cooker. Sprinkle cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg over the apples.
  • Cook on High until apples are soft, 4 to 5 hours. Whisk apples vigorously for a chunkier-style applesauce. Puree with an immersion blender for a smoother applesauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75.8 calories, Carbohydrate 20.2 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 1.7 mg, Sugar 14.8 g

SLOW-COOKER APPLESAUCE AND APPLE BUTTER RECIPE BY TASTY



Slow-Cooker Applesauce And Apple Butter Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: red apples, water, salt, cinnamon, dark brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg

Provided by Rachel Gaewski

Categories     Desserts

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 red apples, combination of gala, honeycrip, and mcintosh
¾ cup water
¼ teaspoon salt
3 sticks cinnamon
⅓ cup dark brown sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon nutmeg

Steps:

  • Peel and roughly dice the apples, removing the cores.
  • Add the apples to a slow cooker with the water, salt, and cinnamon sticks, and stir to combine. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 8 hours, stirring halfway through.
  • Uncover and remove the cinnamon sticks. Using an immersion blender, blend until your desired consistency is reached.
  • Scoop out half of the applesauce and enjoy immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 10 days.
  • To the remaining applesauce, add the brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg, and stir to combine. Cover and cook for 3 hours on high or 6 hours on low, stirring halfway through.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 calories, Carbohydrate 50 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 1 gram, Sugar 37 grams

Tips:

  • Choose the right apples: Apple varieties like Granny Smith, Braeburn, and Honeycrisp hold their shape well and provide a good balance of sweetness and tartness. Avoid using mealy apples like Red Delicious or McIntosh.
  • Peel and core the apples if desired: Peeling the apples is optional, but it will give the applesauce a smoother texture. Coring the apples is necessary to remove the seeds and stem.
  • Use a slow cooker with a low setting: A slow cooker set on low will gently cook the applesauce for several hours, allowing the flavors to develop and the apples to soften.
  • Add spices and flavorings: Experiment with different spices and flavorings to create your own unique applesauce recipe. Popular additions include cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice or a splash of apple cider for a brighter flavor.
  • Cook until the apples are tender: The cooking time will vary depending on the type of apples you use and the size of the pieces. Check the applesauce periodically and stir it occasionally to prevent sticking.

Conclusion:

Slow-cooked applesauce is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It can be served warm or cold, and it is perfect for topping pancakes, waffles, oatmeal, or yogurt. Applesauce can also be used as an ingredient in baked goods, such as pies, cakes, and muffins. With its natural sweetness and tangy flavor, slow-cooked applesauce is a healthy and delicious treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.

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