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Easy Crockpot Apple Cider Applesauce (No Sugar)

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This Easy Crockpot Apple Cider Applesauce (No Sugar Added) is a simple, set-it-and-forget-it recipe that uses only apples, apple cider, cinnamon, and lemon juice. It’s naturally sweet, budget-friendly, and perfect for fall snacking or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 3 pounds apples (mixed varieties like Gala, Fuji, Honeycrisp, Granny Smith), peeled, cored, and chopped into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 cup apple cider (unfiltered, cloudy kind)
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional, Ceylon or regular)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (fresh or bottled)

Instructions

  1. Prep the apples: Peel, core, and chop 3 pounds of apples into roughly 1-inch chunks (about 9-10 medium apples). Toss them in the slow cooker as you go.
  2. Add the liquids: Pour 1 cup of apple cider over the apples. Add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. If using cinnamon, sprinkle 1 teaspoon over the top. Give everything a quick stir to coat the apples.
  3. Cook low and slow: Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours. The apples are done when they fall apart easily when poked with a fork. Avoid lifting the lid too often.
  4. Mash or blend: Once the apples are tender, use an immersion blender directly in the crockpot for smooth applesauce. For chunky applesauce, use a potato masher and leave some texture. Taste and adjust—if it needs more tang, add a splash more lemon juice.
  5. Cool and store: Let the applesauce cool completely before transferring to jars or containers. It thickens as it cools. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 6 months.

Notes

Don’t add water—the apples release their own juice. Use a mix of sweet and tart apples (about 2/3 sweet, 1/3 tart) for best flavor. For thicker applesauce, cook uncovered for the last 30 minutes. The flavor deepens after a day in the fridge.

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