Description
Slow Cooker Cracker Barrel Fried Apples are a heartwarming dish that fills your home with the nostalgic aroma of sweet cinnamon and tender caramelized apples. This easy-to-make recipe transforms simple ingredients into a delightful side or dessert, perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings. Serve warm over vanilla ice cream or alongside pancakes for an unforgettable treat that brings smiles to every table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 medium Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tsp freshly ground cinnamon
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of nutmeg
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare your apples by peeling, coring, and slicing them into thick wedges.
- In a bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until combined.
- Layer the apple slices in the slow cooker and pour the sugar mixture over them; toss gently to coat.
- Dot with butter pieces and drizzle with vanilla extract and lemon juice.
- Cook on low for 4-5 hours until apples are tender but not mushy. Stir occasionally if possible.
- Serve warm over vanilla ice cream or pancakes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 300 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in pears or adjusting spices as desired. Use tart apples for the best balance of sweetness and flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days; reheat gently.