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Pioneer Woman Crockpot Applesauce Recipe

Pioneer Woman Crockpot Applesauce Recipe
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This Pioneer Woman Crockpot Applesauce recipe is a simple, fuss-free method to make homemade applesauce with minimal effort. Using just a few ingredients like fresh apples, cinnamon, and lemon juice, cooking low and slow in a crockpot yields a naturally sweet, flavorful applesauce perfect as a snack, dessert, or accompaniment to meals. The slow cooker method enhances the apples’ natural juices, and optional blending gives you control over the texture.

Ingredients

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Applesauce Ingredients

  • 3 lbs apples, peeled and chopped
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 cinnamon sticks (optional)
  • 1 Tbsp lemon juice
  • ¼ tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Peel and chop apples: Start by peeling the apples and chopping them into medium-sized chunks to ensure even cooking in the crockpot.
  2. Combine ingredients: Place the chopped apples, water, lemon juice, salt, and optional cinnamon sticks into the slow cooker. The lemon juice helps to preserve the apples’ color and adds a subtle tang.
  3. Cook: Set the crockpot on HIGH and cook for 4 hours. Stir the mixture once or twice during cooking to ensure even heat distribution and prevent sticking.
  4. Remove cinnamon and blend: After cooking, remove the cinnamon sticks. For a smooth applesauce, blend the cooked apples using an immersion blender or transfer to a regular blender until your desired consistency is reached.
  5. Cool and store: Allow the applesauce to cool to room temperature before transferring it to airtight containers. Store in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for longer preservation.

Notes

  • You can adjust the sweetness by selecting sweeter apple varieties like Fuji or Gala, or add a little honey after cooking if desired.
  • For chunkier applesauce, skip the blending step and simply mash with a fork or potato masher.
  • If you don’t have cinnamon sticks, a teaspoon of ground cinnamon added during cooking can be a good substitute.
  • Ensure the crockpot lid is tightly sealed during cooking to retain moisture and flavor.
  • This recipe is perfect for meal prep and can be enjoyed warm or chilled.

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