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Crock-Pot Baked Apples Recipe

Crock-Pot Baked Apples Recipe
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This Crock-Pot Baked Apples recipe offers a warm, comforting dessert featuring tender baked apples stuffed with a flavorful mixture of butter, pecans, oats, brown sugar, and warming spices. Slow-cooked to perfection, these baked apples make a delightful treat served with ice cream and caramel sauce for an indulgent finish.

Ingredients

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Filling

  • 6 tbsp. butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/4 cup old-fashioned oats
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp. ground ginger
  • Pinch kosher salt

Apples and Toppings

  • 4 medium apples (e.g., Honeycrisp or Fuji)
  • Ice cream, for serving
  • Caramel sauce, warmed, for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the softened butter, chopped pecans, old-fashioned oats, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and a pinch of kosher salt. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  2. Prepare the Apples: Slice off the top of each apple to create a lid. Use a melon baller or small spoon to carefully scoop out the core and seeds, creating a hollow center while keeping the apple intact.
  3. Stuff the Apples: Spoon the prepared butter and oat mixture into the hollowed center of each apple, packing it generously. Place each stuffed apple upright in the slow cooker.
  4. Cook: Cover and cook in the slow cooker until the apples are tender. Use the high setting for approximately 2 hours or the low setting for about 5 hours, adjusting as necessary depending on your slow cooker’s heat distribution.
  5. Serve: Once cooked, carefully remove the apples from the slow cooker. Serve warm topped with your favorite ice cream and a drizzle of warmed caramel sauce for a luscious dessert experience.

Notes

  • You can substitute pecans with walnuts or almonds according to your preference.
  • Select firm apples that hold their shape well during cooking, such as Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Granny Smith.
  • For a lighter option, reduce the butter quantity or use a light butter alternative.
  • Be cautious when removing apples from the slow cooker as they will be soft and hot.
  • Leftover baked apples can be refrigerated and gently reheated before serving.

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Keywords: baked apples, crock-pot dessert, slow cooker baked apples, stuffed apples, autumn dessert

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