Need a perfect fall recipe? Crock Pot Baked Apples are simple, delicious & packed full of all that great fall flavor you love. Apples, cinnamon & caramel.
Fall is in the air and that means it’s time to enjoy all of the delicious fruits and vegetables that nature has to offer. Today, I’m going to show you how to make a simple recipe for Crock Pot Baked Apples.
This recipe is perfect for a quick snack or a light dessert. So, let’s get slow cooking!
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Are you excited about fall? Here in North Idaho, we had a week of ’90s like summer’s last whopper. Then a cold front came on in & we have been in the ’60s & ’70s. Fall blasted on in here & it’s been so lovely.
However, I hope these 70’s stick around for a while. I love the time when the weather is just perfect in the day where I can leave the windows open & let the breeze come on through without being too hot or cold.
But these chilly nights have me in full fall mode when it comes to food. The crock pot is making an appearance more times through the week & the smells drifting through here are wonderful.
Things like these baked apples in the crock pot just make me happy. All that cinnamon & caramel mixed with apples – wow! It’s no wonder this is my favorite season.
I can’t wait to show you all the glorious sights around here this time of year. That will come soon. But for now- I’m sharing my favorite flavors.
Here are some commonly asked questions
What kind of apples should I use for baked apples?
Well- we didn’t pick the types of trees that were planted on our property. That was decided by the first owners and we are the lucky recipients. So I have no idea what types we have here. I’m just using what I have and it’s working just fine.
However – since I’m sure most of you will be buying your apples at the store – here are some suggestions.
When you are making baked apples, there are different kinds of apples that work best. Some apples have a higher water content, so they aren’t the best for this recipe because they will fall apart faster than others.
When picking an apple to bake, you want to focus on ones that are sweeter since this will be a dessert. I like to use Fiji apples for this recipe. You can also use Honeycrisp, Golden Delicious, and Red Delicious.
How to store Crock Pot Baked Apples
Once you have made your delicious Crock Pot Baked Apples, you will want to know how to store them so they will be just as fresh when you are ready to eat them again.
The good news is that these apples can be stored in the fridge for up to a week or in the freezer for up to two months.
I used this Crock Pot Dulce de Leche to drizzle on these apples!
Ingredients for Crock Pot Baked Apples
- all-purpose flour
- brown sugar
- oats
- granulated sugar
- butter – chilled & cubed
- cinnamon
- salt
- apples
Apple Equivalents & Measures – rough estimates
- 1 bushel of apples is the dry equivalent to 2 gallons of produce
- 2 large apples = 1 pound
- 3-4 medium apples = 1 pound
- 3 cups cored, sliced or chopped apples = 1 pound
- 1-1/3 cups applesauce = 1 pound apples
- 1 pound dried apples = 8 cups cooked apples
- 1 pound dried apples = 4 1/3 cups
- 4 pounds fresh apples = 1 pound dried apples
- 4 pounds fresh apples = 4 cups applesauce
- 1/2 cup mashed apples = 1 medium apple
- 3/4 cup cored, chopped apples = 1 medium apple
- 1 cup cored, sliced apples = 1 medium apple
- 2 pounds fresh apples = filling for ONE 9″ pie
- Small apples are approx 2 1/4 inches in diameter.
- Medium apples are approx 2 3/4 inches in diameter.
- Large apples are approx 3 3/4 inches in diameter.
How to Make Crock Pot Baked Apples
- In a medium bowl combine the flour, brown sugar, oats, granulated sugar, butter, cinnamon, and salt.
- Using a pastry cutter (or with your hands) work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture is crumbly, then set aside.
- Wash the apples & cut off the tops.
- Spoon out some of the core & the inner flesh to make a “bowl”.
- Fill each hollow apple with the crumble mixture & then place them inside the cooker insert.
- Cover & cook for 2-2.5 hours – just enough that the apples soften but are not falling apart.
- Serve with a scoop of ice cream or whipped cream on top (I like to add some caramel drizzle too)
How long do Crock Pot Baked Apples last?
Crock Pot Baked Apples will last for up to a week in the fridge or up to two months in the freezer.
How to make Baked Apples in the air fryer
These (apples or peaches) can be made in the air fryer too! Just cook at 350 for 5 minutes. Then sprinkle on the toppings. Cook for another 5 minutes or until tender.
Can I use this recipe to make baked peaches instead?
Yep! This also works with peaches – sprinkle with a pinch of crushed graham cracker crumbs, cinnamon, butter, and brown sugar. Cook on low for the same amount of time.
It’s really all the sweet goodness of a rich caramel apple crisp – in a neat little apple bowl.
The perfect fall treat for sure.
What slow cooker do you use?
We actually have several slow cookers that we have acquired over the years from doing this job. I have a smaller one that is great for half recipes.
But the one I use the most is this standard, no-frills slow cooker that is perfect for this particular recipe.
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Crock Pot Baked Apples
Ingredients
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup oats
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 4 tbsp butter – chilled & cubed
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
- 6 apples fuji preferable
Instructions
- In a medium bowl combine the flour, brown sugar, oats, granulated sugar, butter, cinnamon, and salt.
- Using a pastry cutter (or with your hands) work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture is crumbly, then set aside.
- Wash the apples & cut off the tops.
- Spoon out some of the core & the inner flesh to make a "bowl".
- Fill each hollow apple with the crumble mixture & then place them inside the cooker insert.
- Cover & cook for 2-2.5 hours – just enough that the apples soften but are not falling apart.
- Serve with a scoop of ice cream or whipped cream on top (I like to add some caramel drizzle too)
Notes
Equipment
- 1 slow cooker
Nutrition
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Tamar says
Oh wow – so smart to do this in the crockpot rather than the oven!
Marie@The Interior Frugalista says
Oh my does this look delicious! Pinned and happening in my house soon – thanks for the recipe.
Jane says
These apples look amazing! I would never of thought to use the slow cooker, thanks so much for your recipe. It’s getting chilly here on the East Coast too. Hoping the almost 100℉ humid days are behind us. I think I’m ready for some Autumn fun and food! Pinning your recipe to make these apples this week!
Rebeckah says
This looks delicious. Thanks for sharing the recipe!