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Slow Cooker Cracker Barrel Fried Apples
Emily

Slow Cooker Cracker Barrel Fried Apples

A Southern-inspired classic made easy in the slow cooker — tender apples simmered in a buttery, cinnamon-sugar sauce with warm spices and a hint of vanilla. Perfect as a cozy side dish or sweet dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Side Dish
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 large apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Equipment

  • slow cooker
  • Small saucepan
  • Mixing spoon
  • knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Place sliced apples in the slow cooker.
  2. In a small saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Stir in brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
  3. Pour butter mixture over apples and stir gently to coat.
  4. Add vanilla extract and lemon juice, mix again.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 4–6 hours, stirring occasionally.
  6. Serve warm as a side dish or dessert.

Notes

Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for best flavor. Great served warm chops, roasted meats, or as a dessert with vanilla ice cream. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days and reheated before serving.