Slow Cooker Stuffed Apples
Equipment
- Apple corer
- Measuring cups
- slow cooker
- Small bowl
Ingredients
- 4 medium apples Honeycrisp, Braeburn, or similar
- ½ cup raisins
- ¼ cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons orange zest
- 2 tablespoons butter or dairy-free butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- ¼ cup water
Instructions
- Core the apples, leaving the bottoms intact.
- In a small bowl, combine the raisins, orange juice, orange zest, butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- Mix until well combined.
- Fill each apple with the raisin mixture.
- Pour the water into the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Arrange the stuffed apples upright in the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 3 hours, or until the apples are tender but still hold their shape.
- Carefully transfer the apples to serving dishes.
- Spoon the cooking juices over each apple before serving.
- Serve warm.
Notes & Wine Advice
Recipe Notes
Choose firm apples that hold their shape well during slow cooking, such as Honeycrisp or Braeburn. Replace the raisins with dried cranberries or chopped dates for a different festive flavor. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or warm vanilla custard. The cooking juices make a delicious syrup to spoon over the apples before serving.Wine Advice
A fragrant Riesling complements the sweet fruit and citrus flavors beautifully. A floral Gewürztraminer is another excellent pairing with this comforting dessert.Nutrition values
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About This Recipe
Stuffed Apples are a traditional German-inspired dessert that transforms fresh apples into a warm, comforting treat filled with raisins, orange zest, butter, brown sugar, and fragrant spices. Slow cooking gently softens the apples while allowing the filling to become rich, syrupy, and wonderfully aromatic. This easy dessert is perfect for autumn evenings, Christmas celebrations, or whenever you’re craving a simple homemade dessert that fills the kitchen with the scent of cinnamon and citrus.
Why You’ll Love Stuffed Apples
This slow cooker stuffed apples recipe requires very little preparation and produces impressive results. The apples become perfectly tender without falling apart, while the orange, raisins, and warming spices create a naturally sweet filling. It’s an ideal dessert to prepare ahead, allowing the slow cooker to do all the work. If you enjoy comforting desserts, browse our Dessert Recipes, Fruit Recipes, Crockpot Recipes, Christmas Recipes, and German Recipes.
How To Make Slow Cooker Stuffed Apples
Core the apples carefully, leaving the bottoms intact so the filling stays inside during cooking. Mix the raisins with orange juice, orange zest, butter, brown sugar, and spices before filling each apple generously. Place the apples upright in the slow cooker with a little water and cook gently until they become tender. The cooking juices form a delicious syrup that can be spooned over the finished dessert before serving.
Serving Stuffed Apples
Serve these slow cooker stuffed apples warm with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, crème fraîche, or warm vanilla custard. They also pair beautifully with toasted pecans, extra orange zest, or a drizzle of caramel sauce for an extra-special dessert.
Storage Tips
Store leftover Stuffed Apples in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat gently in the microwave or oven until warmed through. For additional food storage guidance, visit the FDA Food Safety website.
This comforting dessert proves that a handful of everyday ingredients can create something truly special. The combination of tender apples, juicy raisins, bright citrus, and warm spices makes it a recipe you’ll enjoy throughout autumn and the festive season.