Description
Slow Cooker Cracker Barrel Fried Apples is a comforting southern-inspired dish featuring tender, spiced apples coated in a buttery, rich sauce. Perfect as a side dish, dessert, or topping, this easy slow cooker recipe is a family favorite and a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 6 large apples (Granny Smith or Golden Delicious), peeled, cored, and sliced
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ cup apple juice or apple cider
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Place peeled and sliced apples into the slow cooker.
- In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Sprinkle over the apples.
- In a separate bowl, whisk melted butter, cornstarch, lemon juice, and apple juice until smooth. Pour the mixture over the apples and toss gently to coat.
- Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours, until apples are tender but still hold their shape.
- Stir gently before serving to ensure the apples are fully coated in the sauce.
Notes
- For extra warmth, add a pinch of cloves or ginger.
- Mix apple varieties (Granny Smith with Honeycrisp or Fuji) for a balanced sweet-tart flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3-4 hours
- Category: Side Dish, Dessert
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Southern, American
