Crockpot Apples with Cinnamon takes minutes to prep and tastes fantastic. These slow-cooked, tender and flavorful apples are great for breakfast on oatmeal and pancakes or served with ice cream for dessert! Baked apples have never been so easy.
There’s nothing that says fall or the holidays like cinnamon apples! This recipe for Crockpot Apples is hands-off, goes with so many recipes, and makes your house smell delicious!
It’s like the best part of an apple pie. What’s not to love about that!
We think you could even serve them with our famous Caramel Apple Cheesecake Trifle.
You can top your Crockpot Oatmeal with these baked apples or serve them with pulled pork!
We've got tons of Healthy Slow Cooker Recipes you'll want to try. And, If you're new to slow-cooking, we have the best Crockpot Tips and Tricks.
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Ingredients for Crock Pot Baked Apples
Here are the 4 simple ingredients for the recipe that makes them taste as if they’ve been slow-baked in the oven.
Sliced Apples - any kind will do.
Ground Cinnamon - the quintessential fall spice.
Granulated Sugar - for a little sweetness.
Butter - to give your apples a nice, rich, juicy sauce.
What Type of Apples to Use
As for apples, some of our favorite varieties to use are Granny Smith because of their tart flavor and firm texture and Braeburn. However, we’ve made them with Fuji and Pink Lady Apples with wonderful results.
How to Make - Step By Step Directions
Once you’ve peeled, cored, and sliced your apples, these crockpot apples come together quickly.
Tip: Using an apple corer and slicer saves time.
STEP 1 - PEEL, CORE, and SLICE
First, peel and core your apples, and then cut them into ⅓ to ½ inch slices.
Tip: If you are using a firm apple (like Granny Smith), slice them thinner. If using a softer apple (like Pink Lady or Golden Delicious), cut them thicker so they will hold their shape.
STEP 2 - PLACE IN CROCKPOT
Place your sliced apples in your crockpot. Then, sprinkle them with cinnamon and sugar and stir to coat them. Now, place butter on top of the apples.
A lovely syrup develops as they cook, which is pure magic!
STEP 3 - COOK
Close the lid and cook your cinnamon apples for 3 hours on high or 6 hours on low. Stir halfway through cook time.
Your house will smell amazing!!
Note: Crockpots can vary in temperature, so check your apples when you stir to see how soft they are to gauge how much more cooking time they need.
Notes & Tricks
- As mentioned, any type of apple will work in the recipe, but the softer the apple, the less cook time it may need.
- For a richer flavor when making cinnamon crock pot apples, you can add 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract.
- You can substitute coconut sugar or maple syrup for the granulated sugar.
- As the apples cook and cool, the sauce becomes thicker.
Can You Use Brown Sugar Instead of Granulated Sugar?
Yes, you can use brown sugar in place of white sugar in baked apples. It gives the recipe a nice caramel flavor, so it’s all good!
Healthy Cinnamon Apples
We love this healthy recipe because it doesn’t contain any strange, unpronounceable ingredients. It’s also gluten-free and vegetarian. Plus, if you’ve got dietary restrictions, leave out the butter and make it dairy-free.
Other Favorite Fall Recipes
Pumpkin Pie Bombs
Pumpkin spice Muffins
Skinny Pumpkin Dip
Crock Pot Apple Dump Cake
How To Serve
Besides being incredible straight from your fork, this slow cooker apple recipe has so many ways to eat it, including:
- Sprinkled with granola
- Over yogurt
- On top of pancakes
- Adorning waffles
- Mixed into oatmeal
- Baked in pastry
And best of all, serve your baked apples made in your crockpot with vanilla ice cream! It’s dreamy! You have to try this at least once!
How to Store
This is the perfect make-ahead recipe, especially around Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Once your apples are cooked, place them in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to use. They will last in the fridge for up to a week.
To reheat, either place in an oven-safe dish and bake at 350 degrees F for 15- 20 minutes. Alternatively, you can place them in a microwave-safe dish and reheat for about a minute to a minute and a half.
Can you freeze slow cooker apples? Good news! Yes, these cinnamon crockpot apples can be frozen. Cook and let them cool completely. Then store them in a freezer-safe container or zipper baggie for up to 3 months. We have all the tips you need to prevent freezer burn.
Quick Tip: Remember to label and date your apples!
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Crockpot Apples with Cinnamon Recipe
Equipment
- Crockpot - 6 quart or larger
- Apple Peeler
- Apple Corer - optional
- knife
Ingredients
- 6 large apples (most any variety will work)
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ½ cup granulated sugar (use ¾ cup if you like the recipe sweeter)
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Peel and core your apples and then cut them into ⅓ to ½ inch slices.
- Place your sliced apples in your crockpot. Then, sprinkle them with cinnamon and sugar and stir to coat. Place butter on top of the apples in small chunks.
- Close the lid to the crockpot and cook your cinnamon apples for 3 hours on high or 6 hours on low. Stir halfway through cook time.
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Notes
- Any type of apple will work in the recipe, but the softer the apple, the less cook time it may need.
- For a richer flavor, you can add 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract.
- You can substitute coconut sugar or maple syrup for granulated sugar.
- As the apples cook and cool, the sauce becomes thicker.
Nutrition
Gail Buckley says
Excellent! It’s a fan favorite here in our household. My 85 year old dad especially always requests it with vanilla ice cream for dessert when he visits. I love how it makes my house smell!
Erin Henry says
We're so glad you found the recipe, Gail! These apples definitely make the house smell wonderful and are perfect with a scoop of ice cream.
Laura Reese says
Loved this recipe! The apples were delicious and so easy.
Erin Henry says
Awesome, Laura! It's such a tasty recipe anytime of the year, but especially fall!
Melissa says
So simple and so delicious! Definitely making this again, thank you!
Erin Henry says
Awesome! We love it when readers enjoy our recipes so much they make them again and again!
Eden says
So delicious! Love the flavors and how easy it is!
Erin Henry says
The perfect fall recipe. We love it on Oatmeal, but paired with ice cream is a close second!