Fruit Nut Slow Cooker Baked Apples

Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these Fruit Nut Slow Cooker Baked Apples, a delightful dessert that's as easy to make as it is delicious. Perfectly tender baking apples, such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith, are stuffed with a luscious mixture of rolled oats, chopped walnuts or pecans, dried cranberries, and a touch of warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Sweetened with brown sugar and a hint of vanilla, this filling bakes to perfection as the apples slowly cook in a bath of apple cider, infusing every bite with rich, spiced aromas. With just 15 minutes of prep, the slow cooker transforms this dish into a hands-off masterpiece, making it ideal for weeknight treats or special occasions. Serve these baked apples warm with a drizzle of the flavorful cooking liquid, or elevate them further with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or dollop of whipped cream for a truly decadent finish. This comforting recipe is gluten-free, effortlessly impressive, and bursting with seasonal goodness!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 Large baking apples (e.g., Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, or Fuji)
• 0.25 cup Rolled oats
• 0.25 cup Chopped walnuts or pecans
• 0.25 cup Dried cranberries or raisins
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 0.5 cup Apple cider or water

Directions

Step 1

Wash the apples thoroughly. Using a paring knife or apple corer, core the apples, removing the seeds and leaving the bottom intact to create a well for the filling.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, mix together the rolled oats, chopped walnuts or pecans, dried cranberries or raisins, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and vanilla extract.

Step 3

Cut the butter into small pieces and mix it into the filling mixture until evenly combined.

Step 4

Stuff the prepared apples with the filling, packing it tightly into the center of each apple.

Step 5

Pour the apple cider or water into the bottom of a slow cooker to create a steaming liquid that will keep the apples moist as they cook.

Step 6

Place the stuffed apples into the slow cooker, ensuring they stand upright and are nestled securely.

Step 7

Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4 hours, or until the apples are tender but still hold their shape.

Step 8

Carefully remove the apples from the slow cooker and let them cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with a drizzle of the cooking liquid over the top, or pair with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1153.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1224.8

Total Fat 46.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 65.8mg	0%
Sodium 167.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 209.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.5g	0%
Total Sugars 160.0g
Protein 11.2g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 138.2mg	0%
Iron 3.5mg	0%
Potassium 1365.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.3%

Protein: 3.4%

Carbs: 64.2%