Slow Cooked Chunky Applesauce
Indulge in the cozy, comforting flavors of autumn with this Slow Cooked Chunky Applesauce, a delightful blend of tender apples, warm spices, and a hint of citrus. This fuss-free recipe takes just 15 minutes to prepare and lets your slow cooker work its magic over four hours, creating a thick and rustic applesauce with robust notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Whether you choose tart Granny Smiths, sweet Honeycrisps, or a mix of your favorite apple varieties, the result is a perfectly balanced treat with a touch of sweetness and the right amount of spice. Enjoy it as a wholesome snack, a topping for pancakes or yogurt, or even as a side dish for roasted meats. Simple, versatile, and utterly satisfying, this homemade applesauce is destined to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 large Apples (e.g., Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or a mix)
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground cloves
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 cups Water
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
Instructions
Peel, core, and roughly chop the apples into 1-inch pieces. Leave some pieces slightly larger if you prefer a chunkier texture.
Place the chopped apples into a slow cooker.
Add the granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, lemon juice, water, and salt to the slow cooker. Stir to evenly coat the apples with the spices and liquids.
Cover the slow cooker with the lid and set it to low heat. Cook for 4 hours, stirring halfway through to ensure even cooking.
After 4 hours, use a large spoon or potato masher to gently mash the apples to your desired consistency. For a chunkier applesauce, leave some larger pieces intact.
Taste the applesauce and adjust the sweetness or spice levels if necessary. Add additional sugar or spices to taste, if desired.
Allow the applesauce to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
787 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.4 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 609 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 207.1 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.8 g | 110% | |
| Total Sugars | 163.6 g | ||
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 112 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 1335 mg | 28% | |
*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.
