Description
These Slow Cooker Cracker Barrel Fried Apples are a sweet and cinnamon-spiced treat just like the classic dish from Cracker Barrel. Made with fresh apples, brown sugar, butter, and vanilla, this easy slow cooker recipe is perfect as a side dish, dessert, or topping for pancakes, waffles, and ice cream.
Ingredients
- 3-4 lbs apples, peeled and sliced into wedges
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ cup butter, melted
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples: Peel and slice apples into wedges, then place them in the slow cooker.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk cornstarch, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cinnamon.
- Coat the Apples: Sprinkle the sugar mixture over the apples and toss to coat evenly.
- Add the Wet Ingredients: Pour melted butter, lemon juice, and vanilla extract over the apples. Stir gently.
- Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until apples are tender but not mushy.
- Serve & Enjoy: Stir gently and serve warm as a side, topping, or dessert.
Notes
- Use Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji apples for the best texture.
- If the sauce is too thin, mix 1 teaspoon cornstarch with water and stir in at the end.
- Cook uncovered for the last 30 minutes for a thicker sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3-4 hours
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
