As the leaves start to change and the crisp autumn air fills your senses, it’s time to cozy up with some delicious fall treats. And what better way to do that than with a slow cooker full of warm, comforting goodness? Apple-based recipes are a staple of the season, and when you add the convenience of a crockpot, you’ve got a match made in heaven.
From sweet and sticky apple butters to savory and satisfying main courses, we’ve gathered 20 mouthwatering crockpot apple recipes that will make your fall festivities shine. Whether you’re hosting a crowd or just looking for a quick and easy dessert to satisfy your cravings, these recipes are sure to please. So go ahead, grab your favorite apples and get ready to cook up some cozy magic with these scrumptious slow-cooked treats.
Slow Cooker Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal
Start your day with a deliciously warm and comforting bowl of oatmeal, infused with the sweet flavors of apple and cinnamon. This slow cooker recipe is perfect for busy mornings when you need a hearty breakfast that’s easy to prepare.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup rolled oats
– 1/2 cup milk (or non-dairy alternative)
– 1/4 cup chopped fresh apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
– 2 tablespoons brown sugar
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Instructions:
1. In a slow cooker, combine oats, milk, apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
2. Stir in butter until melted.
3. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
4. Serve warm, topped with your favorite toppings (such as chopped nuts, honey, or whipped cream).
Cooking Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
Crockpot Apple Crisp
Transform the classic apple crisp into a comforting slow-cooked dessert with this easy-to-make Crockpot Apple Crisp recipe. Perfect for chilly fall evenings or a quick weeknight treat.
Ingredients:
– 6-8 medium-sized apples, peeled and sliced
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup rolled oats
– 1/4 cup brown sugar
– 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions:
1. In the Crockpot, combine sliced apples, granulated sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix well.
2. Top with rolled oats, brown sugar, and chopped walnuts (if using).
3. Drizzle melted butter over the topping.
4. Cook on Low for 6-8 hours or High for 3-4 hours.
5. Serve warm, topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if desired.
Cooking Time: 6-8 hours (Low) or 3-4 hours (High)
Spiced Crockpot Applesauce
Transform ordinary apples into a sweet and aromatic treat with this easy recipe. Perfect for snacking, serving alongside pork or as a topping for yogurt or oatmeal.
Ingredients:
– 4-6 medium-sized apples, peeled and chopped
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 1/4 cup water
– 1 cinnamon stick
– 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
– Pinch of salt
Instructions:
1. In a crockpot, combine chopped apples, brown sugar, water, cinnamon stick, nutmeg, and allspice.
2. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
3. Stir in a pinch of salt to bring out the flavors.
4. Serve warm or let cool before refrigerating or freezing.
Cooking Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
Slow Cooker Apple Pie Dump Cake
Slow Cooker Apple Pie Dump Cake: A Delicious Twist on Traditional Apple Pie
This dump cake recipe combines the classic flavors of apple pie with the convenience of a slow cooker. The result is a moist and flavorful dessert that’s perfect for potlucks, parties, or everyday indulgence.
Ingredients:
– 1 can of condensed cream of apple soup
– 1 can of sliced apples in syrup
– 1 cup of yellow cake mix
– 1/2 cup of butter, melted
– 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon of salt
Instructions:
1. In the slow cooker, combine the cream of apple soup, sliced apples in syrup, and cinnamon.
2. Top with yellow cake mix and drizzle with melted butter.
3. Sprinkle nutmeg and salt over the top.
4. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
5. Serve warm, topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream if desired.
Cooking Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
Crockpot Caramel Apple Cider
Warm up with a delicious and aromatic Crockpot Caramel Apple Cider that’s perfect for fall gatherings or cozy nights at home.
Ingredients:
– 2 gallons apple cider (chilled)
– 1/4 cup caramel syrup
– 2 tablespoons brown sugar
– 1 cinnamon stick, broken into pieces
– 6 cloves
Instructions:
1. Add the chilled apple cider, caramel syrup, brown sugar, cinnamon stick pieces, and cloves to the Crockpot.
2. Stir gently to combine, making sure all the ingredients are well coated with the cider.
3. Cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours, allowing the flavors to meld together.
4. About 30 minutes before serving, stir the mixture again and adjust the sweetness and spice level to your liking.
Cooking Time: 4-5 hours (low) or 2-3 hours (high)
Apple Cinnamon Steel-Cut Oats in the Crockpot
Start your day off right with a warm and comforting bowl of Apple Cinnamon Steel-Cut Oats, cooked to perfection in your Crockpot. This recipe combines the sweetness of apples with the warmth of cinnamon, creating a delicious and nutritious breakfast option.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup steel-cut oats
– 2 cups water or milk (or a combination of both)
– 1/4 cup diced apple (such as Granny Smith or Fuji)
– 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– Pinch of salt
Instructions:
1. Add the steel-cut oats, water or milk, and salt to your Crockpot.
2. In a separate bowl, mix together the diced apple, butter, and cinnamon. Add this mixture to the Crockpot.
3. Cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours.
4. Once cooked, fluff with a fork and serve hot.
Cooking Time: 2-5 hours
Slow Cooker Apple Bread Pudding
Elevate your dessert game with this effortless slow cooker recipe that combines the comfort of bread pudding with the sweetness of apples. Perfect for a chilly fall or winter evening, this moist and flavorful treat is sure to be a hit.
Ingredients:
– 4 cups stale bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
– 2 large apples, peeled and chopped
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup heavy cream
– 2 large eggs
Instructions:
1. In a slow cooker, combine bread, apples, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
2. Whisk together heavy cream and eggs; pour over the bread mixture.
3. Cook on Low for 4-5 hours or High for 2-3 hours.
4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.
Cooking Time: 4-5 hours (Low) or 2-3 hours (High)
Crockpot Apple Dumplings
Warm up with a deliciously comforting dessert – Crockpot Apple Dumplings!
Ingredients:
– 1 package of crescent roll dough (8 rolls)
– 2-3 apples, peeled and sliced
– 1/4 cup brown sugar
– 1 tablespoon cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 cup caramel sauce
Instructions:
1. In the Crockpot, combine sliced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
2. Roll out the crescent roll dough to desired thickness. Cut into 8 equal pieces.
3. Wrap each piece of dough around an apple slice, sealing the edges by pressing with a fork.
4. Place dumplings in the Crockpot, leaving some space between each one.
5. Pour caramel sauce over the dumplings.
6. Cook on Low for 2-3 hours or High for 1-2 hours.
Notes: Check on the dumplings after the recommended cooking time and adjust as needed. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, if desired!
Warm Crockpot Apple Cobbler
Warm Crockpot Apple Cobbler Recipe
Transform your crockpot into a cozy dessert haven with this easy and delicious Warm Crockpot Apple Cobbler recipe.
Ingredients:
– 6-8 medium-sized apples, peeled and sliced
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup heavy cream
– 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
– 1 1/2 cups biscuit or cobbler topping (homemade or store-bought)
Instructions:
1. In the crockpot, combine sliced apples, granulated sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix until apples are evenly coated.
2. Pour in heavy cream and add unsalted butter on top of the apple mixture.
3. Sprinkle biscuit topping evenly over the apple mixture.
4. Cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours.
5. Serve warm, topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if desired.
Cooking Time: 2-5 hours
Slow Cooker Apple-Stuffed Pork Loin
Transform a pork loin into a mouthwatering main dish with this easy-to-make slow cooker recipe. The combination of tender pork, sweet apples, and savory spices will surely become a family favorite.
Ingredients:
– 1 (2-3 pound) boneless pork loin
– 1/4 cup brown sugar
– 1 tablespoon honey
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 cup chopped fresh apple (such as Granny Smith)
– 1/4 cup chopped onion
Instructions:
1. Preheat slow cooker to low.
2. In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, honey, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
3. Rub the mixture all over the pork loin, making sure to coat evenly.
4. Stuff the pork loin with the chopped apple and onion.
5. Place the pork loin in the slow cooker and cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 4-6 hours.
6. Let the pork rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Cooking Time: 4-10 hours
Crockpot Apple-Glazed Chicken
This recipe combines the natural sweetness of apples with the savory flavor of chicken, all in one easy-to-make dish. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Ingredients:
– 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1/2 cup apple cider
– 1/4 cup honey
– 2 tbsp brown sugar
– 1 tsp ground cinnamon
– 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Place the chicken breasts in the Crockpot.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together apple cider, honey, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the glaze over the chicken.
4. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
5. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh apples if desired.
Cooking Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
Spiced Crockpot Apple Cider
Warm up with a delicious and aromatic Spiced Crockpot Apple Cider that’s perfect for chilly fall and winter evenings! This easy-to-make recipe combines the sweetness of apple cider with the warmth of spices, creating a cozy drink to enjoy with family and friends.
Ingredients:
– 1 gallon apple cider
– 2 cinnamon sticks
– 6 whole cloves
– 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
Instructions:
1. Add the apple cider, cinnamon sticks, cloves, nutmeg, and allspice to a crockpot.
2. Cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours.
3. Strain the spices from the cider before serving.
Tips: You can adjust the amount of spices to your liking. Also, you can add a few slices of orange or lemon to the cider for added flavor and a pop of color. Enjoy!
Slow Cooker Apple Pie Oatmeal
Start your day with a comforting bowl of slow cooker apple pie oatmeal, infused with the warm spices of cinnamon and nutmeg. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy mornings or lazy Sundays.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup rolled oats
– 1/2 cup milk
– 1/4 cup water
– 2 tbsp brown sugar
– 1 tsp ground cinnamon
– 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
– 1/4 tsp salt
– 1/2 cup diced apple (Granny Smith or your favorite variety)
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. In a slow cooker, combine oats, milk, water, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
2. Add diced apple and vanilla extract; stir to combine.
3. Cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours.
4. Serve warm, topped with your favorite toppings (e.g., butter, maple syrup, chopped nuts).
Cooking Time: 4-5 hours (low) or 2-3 hours (high)
Crockpot Apple Pecan Bread
Warm up with the sweet aroma of Crockpot Apple Pecan Bread!
Ingredients:
– 1 can of refrigerated biscuit dough (12 oz)
– 1/2 cup chopped pecans
– 1/2 cup diced apples (Granny Smith or other variety)
– 1/4 cup brown sugar
– 1 tablespoon cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
1. Place the biscuit dough in the Crockpot.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the chopped pecans, diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
3. Spread the apple-pecan mixture evenly over the biscuit dough.
4. Cook on Low for 2-3 hours or High for 1-2 hours.
5. When the bread is golden brown and smells like caramelized apples, it’s done!
Cooking Time: 2-3 hours (Low) or 1-2 hours (High)
Caramel Apple Slow Cooker Dessert
A warm, comforting dessert perfect for cozying up with family and friends. This slow cooker recipe combines the sweetness of caramel apples with a crunchy oat topping.
Ingredients:
– 6-8 cored apples (Granny Smith or Fuji work well)
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup light corn syrup
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup rolled oats
– 1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a slow cooker, combine brown sugar, granulated sugar, corn syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
2. Add the cored apples to the slow cooker and toss to coat with the caramel mixture.
3. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours.
4. About 30 minutes before serving, sprinkle rolled oats and chopped pecans (if using) over the top of the apple mixture.
5. Continue cooking until the oat topping is lightly toasted.
Cooking Time: 4-5 hours (low) or 2-3 hours (high)
Slow Cooker Apple Butter BBQ Ribs
Elevate your ribs game with this unique slow cooker recipe that combines the sweetness of apple butter with the tanginess of BBQ sauce.
Ingredients:
– 2 pounds pork ribs
– 1/4 cup apple butter
– 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
– 1 tablespoon brown sugar
– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat slow cooker to low heat.
2. In a small bowl, mix together apple butter, BBQ sauce, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs (optional).
4. Place the ribs in the slow cooker and brush with the apple butter mixture.
5. Cook for 8-10 hours or until the meat is tender and falls off the bone.
6. Serve hot with additional BBQ sauce, if desired.
Cooking Time: 8-10 hours
Crockpot Apple Cinnamon Quinoa
Warm up with a deliciously comforting Crockpot Apple Cinnamon Quinoa dish that’s perfect for a chilly fall or winter day!
Ingredients:
– 1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
– 2 cups water
– 1 large onion, chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 cup brown sugar
– 1/2 cup diced apples (any variety)
– 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions:
1. Rinse quinoa and add to the Crockpot with water, onion, garlic, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
2. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
3. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in brown sugar, diced apples, and butter until melted and combined.
4. Serve warm, garnished with additional chopped apples if desired.
Cooking Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
Apple Cranberry Slow Cooker Stuffing
Transform your stuffing game with this delicious and easy-to-make recipe that combines the flavors of apples, cranberries, and savory spices. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients:
– 4 cups cubed bread (white or whole wheat)
– 1 large onion, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup chopped fresh apple (Granny Smith or your favorite variety)
– 1/2 cup chopped dried cranberries
– 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
– 2 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions:
1. Preheat slow cooker to low heat.
2. In a large bowl, combine bread, onion, garlic, apple, and cranberries.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together poultry seasoning, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle over the bread mixture and toss until evenly coated.
4. Pour in melted butter and stir until bread is well-coated.
5. Transfer stuffing to slow cooker and cook on low for 2-3 hours or high for 1-2 hours.
Cooking Time: 2-3 hours (low) or 1-2 hours (high)
Slow Cooker Apple Honey Ham
This slow cooker recipe combines the sweet flavors of apples and honey with the savory taste of ham, creating a delicious and easy-to-make dish perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you’ll have a mouthwatering meal that’s sure to please.
Ingredients:
– 1 (4-6 pound) boneless ham
– 1 cup applesauce
– 2 tablespoons honey
– 1 tablespoon brown sugar
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
Instructions:
1. Place the ham in a slow cooker.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the applesauce, honey, brown sugar, cinnamon, and cloves until well combined.
3. Pour the mixture over the ham.
4. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
5. Serve warm and enjoy!
Cooking Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
Summary
Get ready to cozy up with these 20 delicious crockpot apple recipes perfect for fall! From sweet treats like apple butter and crisp, to savory dishes like glazed chicken and stuffed pork loin, there’s something for everyone. Try making a warm apple cobbler or a slow cooker apple pie dump cake for a crowd-pleasing dessert. Or, go the savory route with spiced applesauce or caramel-glazed ribs. Whatever your taste buds desire, these recipes are sure to hit the spot and keep you warm all season long.
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