I love anything cinnamon-flavored. As a kid, I rarely went for chocolate candies (except for Snickers).
I usually picked Red Hots, Hot Tamales, or Atomic Fireballs. I just loved the combination of sweet and a little spicy.
This Slow Cooker Candy Apple Applesauce isn’t spicy, but it does have a nice cinnamon flavor and pretty red color.
It’s also incredibly easy to make. Just toss the ingredients in your slow cooker, give it a quick stir, and let it cook.
This applesauce is also a festive, healthier way to enjoy candy apples.
And it’s hard to beat homemade applesauce when it comes to comfort food. So, if you love cinnamon and apples, definitely give this applesauce a try.
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Slow Cooker Candy Apple Applesauce
Ingredients
- 7 medium sauce apples peeled , cored and sliced (I used a combination of Gala, Granny Smith, and Golden Delicious apples)
- 1/2-1 c . cinnamon imperial candies (I like 3/4 cup).
- 1/3 c . apple cider
Instructions
- Place apples, candies, and cider in a slow cooker (5 qt. or smaller).
- Give it a quick toss.
- Cover, and cook on low for 7-8 hour or on high for 3-4 hours, or until it reaches the desired consistency.
- Applesauce can be pureed if you would like it to be smooth, and it's good served warm or chilled.
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Comments & Reviews
Pokemon Fan says
This is the best applesauce ever!!!
Kate says
Thank you!
Laurie says
My grandkids loved this applesauce.
Kate says
I’m so glad to hear that!
Caroline says
Such a fun and unique take! Something you don’t find at a grocery store, even in the Fall season.
Kate says
Thank you!
nancy goins says
can u can this n keep it for long time
Kate says
I’ve never tried to can it, so I’m afraid I’m not much help on that.
Sarah says
You can- we use the same recipe and can it for about 6-8 months. I’m sure it will keep for longer but it usually gets eaten way before then.
Kate says
Thank you!
Krista @ Joyful Healthy Eats says
The color on that apple sauce is amazing! Totally need to try and make this, yum! FYI – featuring you this week at Show Stopper Saturday! :)
Kate says
Thanks!! And thanks so much for the feature! =)
Andi @ The Weary Chef says
What a great idea, Kate! I’ll have to try this recipe. Thanks!
Katie E says
I love this idea! My mother-in-law always made candied apples at the holidays, and I’ve done it a couple times, but this seems easier and slightly less messy :)
Kate says
They’re great, but they are messy! This is much easier (and much less messy)! =)
Kristy O says
This recipe sounds delicious, and I LOVE the bright red color. Your photograph is also beautiful!
Kate says
Thanks so much!! That’s really nice of you! =)