🍎 Slow Cooker Cracker Barrel Fried Apples 🍎
Ingredients
3 pounds apples (such as Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, or Fuji), peeled and sliced into ¼-inch pieces
½ cup packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons cornstarch
¼ cup (4 tablespoons) unsalted or salted butter, cut into small cubes
Instructions
Prep the Apples: Peel, core, and slice the apples uniformly to ensure even cooking. Place them in a single layer at the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker.
Layer the Flavor: Sprinkle the brown sugar and cinnamon evenly over the apples. Drizzle with vanilla extract, then sprinkle the cornstarch over the top. Dot the surface with butter cubes—no need to stir yet.
Cook: Cover and cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 hours. Stir gently once or twice during cooking if desired, though it’s not required. The apples are ready when they’re tender but still hold their shape, and the sauce is thick and glossy.
Serve or Hold: Once done, switch the slow cooker to the WARM setting to keep the apples ready for serving. They’re delicious on their own or paired with ice cream, pancakes, oatmeal, or savory mains like ham or pork chops.
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