Easy Slow Cooker Cinnamon Applesauce (No Peeling Required)
This easy slow cooker cinnamon applesauce requires no peeling and uses simple ingredients. Just chop, dump, and let the slow cooker do the work for a naturally sweet, budget-friendly homemade applesauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes to 8 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds apples (about 6–8 medium), a mix of sweet and tart varieties like Honeycrisp, Fuji, Gala, and Granny Smith
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup water or apple cider
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1–2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (optional, for extra sweetness)
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg or allspice (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and prep the apples: rinse apples, cut into quarters, remove stems and flower parts, cut each quarter into 2-3 chunks.
- Load the slow cooker: add apple chunks, cinnamon, lemon juice, and water or apple cider. Stir to coat. Add optional sweetener or spices if using.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until apples are very soft and falling apart.
- Remove cores and seeds: use a slotted spoon to scoop out any floating seeds or core pieces.
- Blend or mash to desired consistency: use an immersion blender for smooth applesauce or a potato masher for chunky texture.
- Taste and adjust: add more cinnamon, sweetener, or lemon juice if needed.
- Cool and store: let applesauce cool to room temperature (about 30 minutes), then transfer to airtight containers and refrigerate.
Notes
Use a mix of apple varieties for best flavor. Do not overfill the slow cooker; leave at least an inch of space. For thicker applesauce, cook with lid off for 30-60 minutes or add a tablespoon of instant oats or chia seeds. Store in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 6 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 22
- Sodium: 2
- Carbohydrates: 29
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 1
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