You are going to love this crockpot applesauce recipe! It is the easiest recipe for crockpot applesauce that you will want to make again and again each year!
Crockpot applesauce is one of those things that is perfect to make in the fall when the apples are abundant, fresh, and affordable. Last year, I made applesauce on the stove and took the time to water bath can the applesauce.
Crockpot Applesauce Recipe
This year, I decided to skip the canning step since we eat it fast enough to not need it to be canned. Canning is a lot of fun, but being pregnant and now having a newborn limits my free time in the kitchen and canning just takes too long. Hopefully, I can get back on my canning hobby next year. (Update: I have also made it instant pot applesauce and it was delicious!)
This crockpot cinnamon applesauce recipe is just the right amount for my family of four. It gives us enough applesauce to snack on for a few days without feeling like we have to eat applesauce with every meal. It’s sweet and satisfying and makes the perfect after school snack or fun side dish (try it with this slow cooker pork).
We love our apple recipes and have shared many tasty recipes over the years, including: Apple Cinnamon Muffins, Apple Cinnamon French Toast Bake, Instant Pot Apple Dumplings, Cinnamon Apple Crisp (Freezer Friendly), and Make-Ahead Baked Oatmeal with Apples.
What Apple makes the best applesauce?
Softer apples like golden delicious and fuji are wonderful because they break down faster. But you really can’t go wrong with any variety of apples. They all taste great in applesauce!
Keep in mind that the more tart apples will yield a tarter applesauce and a sweeter apple will make a sweet applesauce. I recommend just taste testing and adding additional sweetener, as needed. We use a combination of gala and Granny Smith apples in this crockpot applesauce recipe because they are my favorite combination.
How to make applesauce in a crockpot?
Making applesauce in a crockpot is really easy! After you make it a couple of times, you may not even need to follow a recipe. It is very forgiving!
- Peel and core your apples.
- Toss apples in lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Combine apples, water, and sugar in your crockpot or slow cooker.
- Cook the apples on low for 4 hours. This is just enough time to turn them into sauce and make them nice and soft.
- Remove the lid and mash the applesauce with a potato masher.
- For a smoother applesauce, you can puree them with an immersion blender or in a countertop blender.
- Serve warm or chill and serve.
- Refrigerate leftovers and use within 10 days or freeze for long-term storage.
Can you overcook applesauce?
Yes, but it takes a while. If you cooked your applesauce in the crockpot all day and forgot about it, it may turn into apple butter which is also devious, but is a slightly different consistency.
Can you freeze applesauce?
Yes you can freeze applesauce. It can be frozen in freezer safe containers, freezer bags, or glass jars. If using glass, make sure you leave at least 1 inch of space at the top as the applesauce will expand as it freezes and could cause the glass to break if overfilled.
Do you need to refrigerate applesauce?
Yes. This crockpot applesauce recipe needs to be refrigerated or frozen. It cannot be left out overnight.
You may also like instant pot strawberry applesauce
Crockpot Applesauce Recipe
You are going to love this crockpot applesauce recipe! It is the easiest recipe for crockpot applesauce that you will want to make again and again each year!
Ingredients
- 4 Granny Smith apples
- 4 Gala apples
- 1 teaspoon fruit fresh or lemon juice
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 tablespoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Peel, core, and quarter the apples.
- Toss the apples with the fruit fresh or lemon juice.
- Place the apples in the slow cooker. Top with water, sugar, and cinnamon.
- Mix so the apples are evenly coated with the cinnamon and sugar.
- Cook on LOW 4 hours.
- Remove lid and mash the apples until they look like sauce.
- Serve warm crockpot applesauce warm. Refrigerate leftovers.
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Nutrition Information
Yield 6 Serving Size 1 cupAmount Per Serving Calories 174Total Fat 0gSaturated Fat 0gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 0gCholesterol 0mgSodium 4mgCarbohydrates 43gNet Carbohydrates 0gFiber 5gSugar 36gSugar Alcohols 0gProtein 1g
Nutrition information is an estimate.
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candy
I always make some of my applesauce with cinnamon and some without. That way everyone is happy.
Aileen
Candy, that’s a good idea!
Samantha @ Momma Wants Java
Wow! I don’t know why, but I was under the impression making applesauce was really complicated. This looks so easy, and I bet it makes the house smell amazing! I can’t wait to try it. Thanks!
Aileen
So easy! I bet your littles would love it. ☺️
Madeline
I’ve only made homemade applesauce once, but it was so delicious! I love your version here because it sounds easy and I love the addition of cinnamon
Aileen
The crockpot is definitely the easiest route. Enjoy!
Laina Turner
My family loves applesauce and I love anything that goes in a crockpot. Makes my life easier.
Melissa
This makes me want cinnamon applesauce! Yum.
Ashley
Yum! I don’t have a crockpot but now I’m thinking I definitely need one!
Bella
Oh my this looks so good!! I love using my crockpot!
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Naya @ Lactivist in Louboutins
I always seem to use my crockpot way more in the fall, but have never made applesauce in it. I always thought it was complicated, but your recipe makes it so simple. I pinned this so I can try it soon!
Jessica Bradshaw
YUM!! I love applesauce. This looks perfect for this fall.
Ashley
Yum! I’ve been looking for a easy applesauce recipe! This one looks delicious!
xo Ashley
Julie
This looks quite delicious and makes me want to head to the apple orchards to pick some apples!
Cait Weingartner
Oh yum! I went apple picking last weekend, and now I know just what to do with the excess of abundance. Thank you for sharing!
Morgan
Great recipe! Love crockpot cooking!
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Chrissy
Oh My YUM!! Looks delicious!!!
Liz
This look so delicious!!
Lauren
My kids love applesauce, but I have never tried to make my own. This looks easy enough for even me! 🙂
Molly
YUM! My kids love applesauce and this sounds really delicious!
Bobbi | Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen
YUM!! I can imagine how good your house smelled while this was cooking!
Emily
I’ve never made applesauce before. It looks so delicious!
Tara
I do the same recipe on the stovetop and constantly stirring, but didn’t think about trying it in a slowcooker. Thanks!
Aileen
Enjoy!