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    Home » Recipes » Crock Pot » Crock Pot Applesauce

    Crock Pot Applesauce

    Published: Sep 22, 2022 · Modified: Apr 5, 2023 by Tonia Larson

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    Try this Crock Pot Applesauce recipe with your kids! It’s so easy to make in a slow cooker and they will love eating the applesauce.

    crockpot applesauce in a mason jar with a label on the front.

    Using a crock pot to make applesauce is the easiest, hand-off way to make it! Just put the ingredients into the slow cooker and let it do the work. Plus it makes your house smell amazing.

    Here’s Everything You Need To Make Crock Pot Applesauce

    • Crock Pot Applesauce Ingredients
    • How To Make Applesauce In A Slow Cooker
    • Storage
      • How To Store Leftover Crock Pot Applesauce
      • How To Freeze Crock Pot Applesauce
    • Mason Jar Label
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Want more apple recipes? Try these next:
    apples, apple juice, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, vanilla, and ground nutmeg.

    Crock Pot Applesauce Ingredients

    You only need five ingredients to make this applesauce recipe. You can swap things out or add more spices to make different flavors.

    • Apples: We used fuji and pink lady apples in this recipe. For the best flavor and texture, we suggest using two or even three different kinds of apples.
    • Juice: For this recipe, we used apple juice instead of water for extra apple flavor. Try using different apple juice blends for a variety of flavors.
    • Sugar: We used brown sugar as the sweetener. You can add more sugar if your apples are very sweet. Or you can skip the sugar if you prefer.
    • Cinnamon: We added some ground cinnamon and ground nutmeg for flavor. You could also add a little allspice, cloves, and ginger.
    • Vanilla: The vanilla extract adds extra flavor to the apple sauce.
    cinnamon sticks and apple slices on applesauce in a crock pot.

    How To Make Applesauce In A Slow Cooker

    Crock Pot Applesauce is a popular choice for elementary school teachers to make with their students! It’s an easy, hands-off way to cook applesauce. The kids can help by turning the crank on the apple peeler, slicer, and corer tool.

    • Peel & Slice: Start by peeling, coring, and slicing the apples. We love using this peeler/slicer/corer when making applesauce because it really speeds up the process.
    • Cook: Put the sliced apples, apple juice, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon into a large crock pot and stir to coat. Cover and cook until tender.
    • Puree: After allowing the apples to cool, puree them with an immersion blender, food processor, or high-speed blender. For chunkier apple sauce, use a fork to mash the apples.

    Storage

    We love that you can store slow cooker applesauce in the refrigerator or the freezer. Make a batch at the beginning of the week and divide it into small containers to store some in both places. Some for right away and some for later.

    How To Store Leftover Crock Pot Applesauce

    Allow the applesauce to cool to room temperature. Fill one large container(or several small ones) and store them in the refrigerator for up to a week.

    How To Freeze Crock Pot Applesauce

    Once the applesauce has cooled, transfer it to airtight containers (or freezer storage bags) and store it in the freezer for 1-2 months for the best results. Thaw frozen applesauce in the refrigerator overnight.

    Mason Jar Label

    circular applesauce label.

    Want labels for your mason jars of applesauce? You can find this free printable label here.

    slow cooker applesauce in a mason jar with a label.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What kind of apples work best for crock pot applesauce?

    The best apples for making apple sauce are the softer apples that will break down while they are cooking. Try using Fuji, Pink Lady, Golden Delicious, and Gala. Add a few Granny Smith for a little tartness.

    Do you have to peel apples when making applesauce?

    No, you do not have to peel the apples before slicing and coring them but it may change the outcome of the applesauce. Also, you will need to use a food mill, high-speed blender, or food processor to make sure the skins are pureed.

    applesauce in a slow cooker.

    Want more apple recipes? Try these next:

    These Fried Apples can be served as a side dish with dinner, as a dessert with ice cream on top, or for breakfast on top of pancakes or waffles.

    Nothing says autumn like warm Apple Crisp with vanilla ice cream on top! This easy recipe has sweet, tender apples covered with a crunchy crumb topping.

    This mouthwatering Apple Cobbler recipe is made with only four ingredients: apple pie filling, cake mix, pumpkin pie spice, and butter!

    Baked Apple Chips are a crispy, crunchy snack that is perfect for when you are craving something sweet. Plus, we love that they are easy to take with you in the car or to school.

    crock pot applesauce with sliced apples and cinnamon sticks.

    Crock Pot Applesauce

    Try this Crock Pot Applesauce recipe with your kids! It's so easy to make in a slow cooker and they will love eating the applesauce.
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 3 hours hours
    Cooling Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 3 hours hours 30 minutes minutes
    Servings: 18
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    Equipment

    Apple Peeler
    Black Crock Pot
    Mueller Hand Blender

    Ingredients

    • 7 lbs apples about 14-16 medium apples
    • 1 cup apple juice no added sugar
    • ⅓ cup brown sugar up to ⅔ cup depending on sweetness of apples
    • 1 ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
    • 1 ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

    Instructions

    • Peel, core, and slice apples into small pieces.
      slicing apples on a white cutting board.
    • Put the apples into a large crock pot. Add the unsweetened apple juice, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Stir to coat.
      sliced apples topped with sugar and cinnamon.
    • Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours (or low for 5-6 hours), stirring occasionally, until tender.
      apple pieces cooking in a crock pot.
    • Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Cool for 15-20 minutes. You can drain the excess liquid if you want thicker applesauce.
      sliced cooked apples cooling in a crock pot.
    • Mash the cooked apples with an immersion blender. Or allow the apples to cool and puree with a food processor, or in a vented high-speed blender (leave the center cap off the lid and cover with a dish towel). For chunky applesauce, mash with a fork.
      an immersion blender pureeing applesauce in a crock pot.

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    Notes

    Store cooled applesauce in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or in the freezer for 1-2 months.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1/2 cup | Calories: 115kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 0.5g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 209mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 96IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 0.3mg
    Course: Side
    Cuisine: American
    Author: Tonia Larson

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    About Tonia Larson

    Hi! I’m Tonia, the owner and recipe creator at The Gunny Sack, where I’ve shared easy recipes for busy people for 12+ years! My family-friendly meals, easy side dishes, and delicious desserts include mouthwatering photos, dynamic videos, and step-by-step instructions to help you cook at home.

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