NaBloPoMo Prompt: What knowledge do you have that others don’t? Write a “how to” post about anything you’ve got skill for, small or large.
I’m happy this is our prompt today, because I’ve been meaning to share this for sometime.
Last weekend, I was chatting with the SITSGirls community via Twitter, and the question was asked: what is one of your favorite fall recipes? I chimed in, “crock pot applesauce.” Then, I was asked for a link…. doh! I didn’t have a link, I had been wanting to share this recipe for a while; it is SUPER easy, and delicious, but never got around to it, however today is a new day. The kids couldn’t be happier that today, is the day, and you’ll see why 😉
*Your house is going to smell A.MAZE.ING!
Here’s what you’ll need:
- 10-12 Medium or Large apples
- 2 tbs cinnamon
- 1 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tsp allspice
- 1/2 cup of sugar ( you can decrease or add to fit your own diet)
- 1/2 cup of water
How To Make Crockpot Cinnamon Applesauce
I purchased a mega bag of “organic” apples, or so they were marked, because come on those are some big a** apples, at Costco. When I make this applesauce I like to make a lot, I have three kids, and the day I make it, when it’s nice and warm, they all gobble it up.
Peel, core, and chop apples. You do not need to get rid of the skins, because for the most part the skins will cook down, but my kids, for some reason feel that peels-on tastes different. Whatever. I don’t get fancy with my peeling and chopping. If I do not get all the peel off no biggie, and I’m going to smash the apples anyway, so need to measure chunkage.
Once you have your apples all peeled (or not), cored, and chopped, drop them in your slow cooker, and top them with your spices. Add your water, give a quick stir and pop the lid on. I cooked my applesauce on high for 3-4 hours.
You may need to mash your apples, of course, this depends on how you like your sauce. I let my boy get all HULK SMASH on the apples
This little guy was eager to help, because he was eager to eat!! Annnd for his help, a little after dinner dessert, warm cinnamon applesauce on vanilla ice cream.
Super easy, right? I hope you will try this out.
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Corina Ramos
November 11, 2014 at 1:50 pmOh my that looks good and served with ice cream…I can only imagine :). Thanks for sharing the recipe! Hope you’re having a great day!
MrsA0K2001
November 12, 2014 at 8:19 amI got a small taste, and it was GOOOD!! However, the applesauce alone, is just as relish 🙂
Have a lovely week.
XOXO
Amber
November 11, 2014 at 2:37 pmI am going to try this. Yum!
MrsA0K2001
November 12, 2014 at 8:19 amPerfect. Let me know what you think when you do, please 🙂
XOXO
Chastity
November 11, 2014 at 2:57 pmI can imagine how wonderful your house smelled! Gracie would love to help make this. She wants to be on Chopped and your recipe might be the perfect stepping stone. xoxo
MrsA0K2001
November 12, 2014 at 8:22 amThe house smells amazing every time I make this, no need for candles 🙂
Gracie needs to come over here, my girls are serious in the kitchen, I think boy is picking it up too, the would all have fun. My tween is quite the baker.
We love Chopped 🙂
XOXO
Tamara
November 11, 2014 at 3:01 pmApplesauce with ice cream?? Well yes.
I do love the smell of the house when someone is making ANYTHING with apples. I think of applesauce as a good food for everyone, but for some reason, we only made it as baby food for Scarlet. I still remember the house smells. Yum.
MrsA0K2001
November 12, 2014 at 8:24 amOh yeah, you are quite the ice cream lover, aren’t you? Then yes, this is for you! Warm applesauce on yummy vanilla ice cream will NOT disappoint.
Maybe, you’ll make it again?
XOXO
Bev
November 11, 2014 at 5:03 pmOoh, this looks tasty (and I can almost smell it, nom nom nom). Next time I go apple-picking, I will definitely try this out.
MrsA0K2001
November 12, 2014 at 8:29 amYes, please try this, you’ll love it and little Eve too. The house will smell fall-ish 🙂 You’ll love it.
XOXO
Abby
November 11, 2014 at 9:11 pmOoh, baby, this looks GOOD! I love anything apple, especially this time of year when they are ripe and in season. Thanks for sharing!!
xo Always, Abby
MrsA0K2001
November 12, 2014 at 8:37 amIt’s SOOOOOO good 🙂
I hope you’ll give it a try.
XXOXO
Judee@ Gluten Free A-Z Blog
November 12, 2014 at 6:57 amwow. Does this look awesome and anything I can make in the crockpot is a go for me.
MrsA0K2001
November 12, 2014 at 10:30 amSo…. will you give it a try? And if so, will you let me know what you think 🙂
XOXO
Akaleistar
November 12, 2014 at 9:46 amOh, this sounds so good!
MrsA0K2001
November 12, 2014 at 10:29 amThanks… it’s really good!
You know what else sounds good? This post>> http://happyprettysweet.com/2014/11/10/5-ways-to-do-good-this-holiday-season-2
I loved your list of good things to do this Holiday 🙂
XOXO
Heather @ My Overflowing Cup
November 12, 2014 at 2:06 pmThis is my favorite way to cook applesauce. Thanks so much for sharing your recipe. Pinning to my Apples and Slow Cooker boards.
MrsA0K2001
November 14, 2014 at 10:55 amThank you, Heather!! I truly appreciate your share 🙂
The smell is heavenly, right?
XOXO
Heather @ My Overflowing Cup
November 14, 2014 at 11:53 amYes! It smells like Christmas!
Rachel
November 13, 2014 at 12:30 pmWe are making this right now! Thanks for sharing it (and I found you through NaBloPoMo)
MrsA0K2001
November 14, 2014 at 10:56 amYou have no idea how happy that makes me, Rachel!! Thank you!!
I’m happy you found me 🙂
XOXO
Brandy
November 14, 2014 at 1:03 amOh my! That would be delish with ice cream! I need to use my crockpot more!
MrsA0K2001
November 14, 2014 at 10:58 amThe slurps and nearly gleaming mini coffee cups after the kids ate theirs, I think is a telltale sign it is SUPER delish 😉 Those lucky kiddos.
XOXO
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