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Delicious Crock-Pot baked apples ready to serve, featuring cinnamon and sugar.

Crock-Pot Baked Apples

A delightful dessert featuring tender apples baked with a spiced oat topping, perfect for any cozy occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Apple Mixture
  • 6 apples 6 apples, cored and sliced Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup 1/2 cup apple juice or water Can use either apple juice for more sweetness or water.
For the Oat Topping
  • 1/2 cup 1/2 cup brown sugar Brown sugar adds caramel flavor.
  • 1/2 cup 1/2 cup rolled oats Oats contribute to the crumbly texture.
  • 1/4 cup 1/4 cup butter, melted Butter adds richness to the topping.
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon cinnamon Cinnamon enhances the flavor of the apples.
  • 1/2 teaspoon 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg Nutmeg adds warmth.
  • 1/4 cup 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional) Use your choice of nuts for added crunch.
  • 1/4 cup 1/4 cup raisins or dried cranberries (optional) These can add sweetness and texture.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, mix together the brown sugar, rolled oats, melted butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, and any optional nuts or dried fruits.
  2. Layer the sliced apples evenly in the bottom of your Crock-Pot.
  3. Sprinkle the oat mixture generously over the apples.
  4. Pour the apple juice or water around the edges, ensuring everything is nicely moistened.
Cooking
  1. Cover your Crock-Pot and let it cook on low for 4-6 hours, or until the apples are tender and fragrant.
Serving
  1. Serve warm, optionally topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

For added flavor, consider adding a splash of vanilla extract to the oat mixture. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for 3 months.