Let me tell you — the first time I made slow cooker cinnamon apples, my whole kitchen smelled like one of those fancy candle stores in the best way possible. It was chilly outside, I had fuzzy socks on, and those apples were bubbling away like a warm hug in a pot.
And here’s the best part? You basically just toss everything in a slow cooker and walk away. No fancy gadgets, no sweating over a stove, no babysitting. Whether you’re spooning them over pancakes, stuffing them into a warm biscuit, or eating them straight-up with a spoon (yep, been there), these cinnamon apples deliver.
Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or, honestly, just a snack.
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Smells Like Fall in Here: Slow Cooker Cinnamon Apples
- Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Description
These Slow Cooker Cinnamon Apples are tender, warm, and bursting with sweet spice — the perfect cozy side or dessert.
Ingredients
- 6 medium apples (Honeycrisp or Fuji)
- ¼ cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp butter, sliced
- Optional: splash of water or apple juice
Instructions
- Peel, core, and thickly slice the apples.
- Place apple slices in the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle with brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Drizzle with vanilla extract and lemon juice.
- Dot with butter slices.
- Cover and cook on HIGH for 2.5 to 3 hours, or LOW for 5 to 6 hours.
- Stir gently before serving.
Notes
Great served warm with ice cream, oatmeal, or just by the spoonful straight from the slow cooker.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: slow cooker, cinnamon apples, fall dessert, crockpot apples
🍴 Serving Ideas:
- Spoon over vanilla ice cream (hello, instant pie vibes)
- Add to oatmeal or French toast
- Tuck inside a grilled cheese with brie (don’t knock it till you try it)
- Eat cold from the fridge, standing over the sink like an adult
❓ FAQ’s About Slow Cooker Cinnamon Apples
What kind of apples should I use?
Totally up to you. Honeycrisp, Fuji, Gala, or Granny Smith if you like it a bit tart. Mixing a few types gives the best flavor.
Can I make this with no sugar?
Yep! The apples are naturally sweet. You can skip the sugar or use a drizzle of maple syrup or honey instead.
How long do these keep?
About 4–5 days in the fridge. Just pop ’em in an airtight container. You can freeze them, but the texture softens a lot after thawing.
Can I make this in an Instant Pot?
Kinda, but it’s easy to overcook them. If you’re doing that route, try sauté mode for a few minutes and keep an eye on the texture.
Is it dessert or breakfast?
Trick question. It’s both. And snack. And lunch if you’re brave enough.
🧣 Wrapping It Up (Like a Cozy Blanket for Your Apples)
Look, you don’t need to bake a pie to get that warm, spiced apple goodness. This recipe is easy, smells amazing, and makes you feel like a fall-loving kitchen wizard with zero effort. It’s one of those “set it and forget it” things that actually pays off big.
Try it once, and it’ll slide right into your cold-weather comfort food rotation. Promise.
Now go grab those apples, dust off the slow cooker, and make your house smell ridiculously good.
