Description

Enjoy the comforting aroma of autumn with this easy homemade slow cooker applesauce recipe. Made with a blend of flavorful apples and no added sugar, this recipe is customizable with cinnamon or your favorite spices, making it a perfect gluten-free and vegan snack or condiment. It requires minimal prep and effortlessly simmers to a naturally sweet and smooth applesauce in your slow cooker.

Ingredients

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Applesauce Ingredients

9 Medium-Sized Apples (3 Cortland, 3 Ribston Pippin, 3 Ashmead’s Kernel)
⅓ Tablespoon Lemon Juice
⅓ to ½ Cup Water (adjust for desired thickness)
2 Teaspoons Cinnamon (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the apples: Peel the apples if desired and chop them into large chunks to ensure even cooking in the slow cooker.
Combine ingredients: Add the chopped apples, lemon juice, water, and cinnamon (or chosen spices) into the slow cooker and stir gently to combine.
Cook the apples: Set the slow cooker to high and cook for 3 to 4 hours until the apples have softened and broken down.
Finish the applesauce: Once cooked, mash the apples to your preferred consistency for smooth applesauce or simply stir for a chunkier texture.
Store properly: Transfer the applesauce to an airtight container and refrigerate for 4 to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

You can adjust the water amount to make the applesauce thinner or thicker according to your preference.
For sweeter applesauce, choose naturally sweeter apple varieties or add optional spices like nutmeg or allspice.
Peeling apples is optional; leaving skins on adds fiber and nutrients but may affect texture.
This applesauce is naturally sweetened with apples, making it a healthy snack with no added sugars.
Always store leftovers in airtight containers to preserve freshness.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
Category: Snack, Condiment
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/2 cup
Calories: 60
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 1mg
Fat: 0.1g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0.1g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 0.3g
Cholesterol: 0mg

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