Slow Cooker Cracker Barrel Fried Apples Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 4 hours | Serves: 8-10

These slow cooker fried apples taste just like the famous Cracker Barrel version, featuring tender apple slices in a warm cinnamon sugar glaze. Despite being called “fried,” these apples are gently cooked in butter and spices until soft and caramelized. Perfect as a side dish for breakfast, brunch, or dinner, or serve as a comforting dessert with ice cream. The slow cooker makes this recipe incredibly easy and hands-off.

Ingredients

  • 6 large Granny Smith apples (about 3 pounds)
  • 2 large Gala or Fuji apples (for sweetness)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

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