Crockpot Applesauce
Transform your apple harvest into a warm, comforting treat with this irresistibly easy Crockpot Applesauce recipe. Made with just a few pantry staples like fresh apples, cinnamon, and a splash of lemon juice, this slow-cooked delight is perfectly customizable—sweeten it to taste or enjoy its natural fruity goodness. The crockpot does all the work, gently simmering the apples to achieve a soft, mashable consistency, while filling your kitchen with cozy autumn aromas. Whether you prefer it chunky or silky-smooth, this homemade applesauce is a versatile classic that's perfect as a snack, side dish, or topping. Plus, it stores beautifully for meal prep or freezing! This is the ultimate no-fuss recipe for embracing fall flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 large apples (any variety, such as Fuji, Honeycrisp, or Granny Smith)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (optional, adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Peel, core, and roughly chop the apples into chunks.
Place the apple chunks into the crockpot.
Add the sugar, ground cinnamon, water, and lemon juice to the crockpot. Stir well to evenly coat the apples.
Cover the crockpot with a lid and cook on low for 4-5 hours, or until the apples are very soft and easily mashable.
Use a potato masher or an immersion blender to mash the apples to your desired consistency. For a chunky applesauce, mash lightly. For a smoother texture, blend until smooth.
Taste the applesauce and adjust sweetness or cinnamon if needed. Add more sugar sparingly if the apples are tart.
Let the applesauce cool before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or in the freezer for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1042 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.0 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 27 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 273.4 g | 99% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 44.6 g | 159% | |
| Total Sugars | 211.9 g | ||
| Protein | 5.1 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 149 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1938 mg | 41% | |
*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.
