Slow Cooker Cracker Barrel Fried Apples
A delicious and easy slow cooker version of Cracker Barrel's famous fried apples, made with tender spiced apples in a rich buttery sauce.
Ingredients
- 6 large apples peeled, cored, and sliced – Use firm apples like Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji
- ½ cup unsalted butter – Adds richness and a silky texture
- ½ cup brown sugar packed – Brings sweetness and a caramel-like flavor
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon – Classic spice pairing with apples
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg – Adds depth and warmth
- ¼ teaspoon salt – Balances the sweetness
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract – Enhances the overall flavor
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice – Prevents apples from browning and adds brightness
Instructions
- Peel, core, and slice the apples into even pieces
- Place the sliced apples in the slow cooker
- Add butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, vanilla extract, and lemon juice to the slow cooker
- Stir gently to combine all ingredients
- Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or on high for 1.5-2 hours, stirring occasionally, until apples are tender
- Serve warm as a side dish or dessert
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days
- Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave
- For a thicker sauce, remove the lid during the last 30 minutes of cooking