Chunky Slow Cooker Applesauce
Capture the cozy flavors of fall with this irresistible Chunky Slow Cooker Applesauce, a simple, no-fuss recipe perfect for any occasion. Made with a mix of sweet and tart apples like Fuji, Granny Smith, and Honeycrisp, this homemade applesauce gets its warm, spiced flavor from cinnamon and nutmeg, with just a touch of lemon juice to balance the sweetness. The slow cooker does all the work, tenderizing the apples to perfection in just four hours while filling your home with the comforting aroma of baked apples. Ideal for snacking, a side dish, or a dessert topping, this chunky applesauce can be customized to your desired texture and sweetness. Whether served warm or chilled, it’s a wholesome treat that’s easy to make and even easier to enjoy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 medium Apples (mixed varieties, such as Fuji, Granny Smith, and Honeycrisp)
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar (optional, adjust based on sweetness of apples)
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
- 0.5 cup Water
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Peel, core, and chop the apples into medium-sized chunks (about 1-inch pieces).
Place the apple chunks into the slow cooker.
Add the granulated sugar (if using), cinnamon, nutmeg, water, and lemon juice to the slow cooker. Stir to coat the apples evenly with the seasonings and liquids.
Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on low heat for 4 hours, or until the apples are soft and tender.
Once cooked, use a potato masher or a wooden spoon to mash the apples slightly, leaving some chunks for a chunky texture. If you prefer a smoother applesauce, use an immersion blender to puree it to the desired consistency.
Taste the applesauce and adjust sweetness or spices as needed.
Let the applesauce cool slightly before serving warm, or chill it in the refrigerator to serve cold.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
873 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.7 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 20 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 228.6 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.7 g | 131% | |
| Total Sugars | 177.7 g | ||
| Protein | 4.2 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 123 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 1589 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
