Fried Apples
Slow Cooker Cracker Barrel Fried Apples are a delicious and comforting dessert made from tender, cinnamon-spiced apples.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3-4 lbs apples, peeled and sliced into wedges Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for better flavor.
- ½ cup sugar Adjust to taste.
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg Can be substituted with cloves or allspice.
- ¼ cup water Reduce if using frozen apples.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a slow cooker, add the sliced apples.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter and mix in the sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and water.
- Pour the mixture over the apples in the slow cooker.
Cooking
- Cook on low for 4-6 hours, or until apples are tender.
- Stir occasionally and serve warm.
Notes
These fried apples can be served warm as is, or with vanilla ice cream. They also pair well with pork or chicken. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days, and reheat as needed.