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Crockpot Cinnamon Apple Sauce

Healthy Fact of the Day

Homemade applesauce lets you control sugar content and avoid preservatives. Apples provide fiber and antioxidants, while cinnamon may help regulate blood sugar and adds natural sweetness without extra calories.

This Crockpot Cinnamon Apple Sauce is the epitome of hands-off cooking, filling your home with the warm, comforting aromas of cinnamon and sweet apples while you go about your day. The slow cooking process breaks down the apples into perfectly tender, naturally sweet sauce that’s infinitely better than anything from a jar. It’s perfect as a side dish, snack, or ingredient in other recipes, and you can customize the sweetness and texture exactly to your family’s liking.

If you love this cozy, autumn-inspired flavor, you’ll want to try our Apple Pie Bars with Salted Peanut Butter Caramel for a more indulgent apple dessert with similar warming spices. For another comforting fruit treat, our Strawberry Peach Crisp offers that same homemade goodness with a delightful seasonal twist.

Crockpot Cinnamon Apple Sauce

Crockpot Cinnamon Apple Sauce

Recipe by Daily Disher

Crockpot Cinnamon Apple Sauce transforms fresh apples into silky, spiced perfection with minimal effort, creating a healthier alternative to store-bought versions with incredible homemade flavor.

Course: SideCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
5.0 from 1 vote
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

30

minutes
Cooking time

40

minutes
Calories

300

kcal
Total time

1

hour 

10

minutes

    Ingredients

    • 6 medium apples

    • 0.25 cup water

    • 0.50 teaspoon cinnamon

    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

    • 0.25 cup sugar

    Directions

    • Peel and core the apples, then cut them into small chunks to ensure they cook evenly in the crockpot.
    • Place the apple chunks into the crockpot and add the water, cinnamon, lemon juice, and sugar, stirring to combine all ingredients.
    • Cover the crockpot and set it to low heat, allowing the apples to cook for approximately four hours until they become soft.
    • After four hours, use a potato masher or immersion blender to puree the applesauce to your desired consistency.
    • Once mashed or blended, let the apple sauce cool slightly before transferring it to airtight containers for storage.

    Nutrition Facts

    • Total number of serves: 4
    • Calories: 250kcal
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 620mg
    • Potassium: 400mg
    • Sugar: 8g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 2mg

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    5.0 from 1 vote

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