Crockpot Baked Stuffed Apples
These Crockpot Baked Stuffed Apples are the ultimate comfort food dessert. Tart red apples are hollowed out and filled with a sweet mixture of brown sugar, golden raisins, and bright orange zest, then topped with rich butter. Slow-cooked in their own juices and a splash of orange concentrate, the skins soften while the filling turns into a luscious, caramel-like sauce. The result is a warm, aromatic dish with a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. Ideal for cozy autumn evenings, holiday gatherings, or as a healthy yet indulgent treat for the whole family.
Description
These Crockpot Baked Stuffed Apples are the ultimate comfort food dessert. Tart red apples are hollowed out and filled with a sweet mixture of brown sugar, golden raisins, and bright orange zest, then topped with rich butter. Slow-cooked in their own juices and a splash of orange concentrate, the skins soften while the filling turns into a luscious, caramel-like sauce. The result is a warm, aromatic dish with a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. Ideal for cozy autumn evenings, holiday gatherings, or as a healthy yet indulgent treat for the whole family.
Ingredients
- 6 medium tart red apples
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup golden seedless raisins
- 1 Tbsp grated orange peel
- 1/4 cup soft butter
- 2 cups very hot water
- 3 Tbsp orange juice concentrate
Directions
- 1 Wash the apples thoroughly. Using an apple corer or a small knife, remove the core and stem from each apple, creating a hollow cavity. Do not peel the apples.
- 2
Place the hollowed apples upright in a greased mold or directly in the slow cooker insert.- 3
In a small bowl, mix 2/3 cup of the brown sugar, the raisins, and the grated orange peel. Stuff this mixture into the core cavities of the apples.- 4
Top each stuffed apple with a small pat of soft butter. Sprinkle the remaining brown sugar over the tops of the apples.- 5
Pour the very hot water into the slow cooker around the apples. Sprinkle the orange juice concentrate over the apples and water.- 6
Cover the slow cooker and cook on Low for 3 to 5 hours, or until the apples are tender when pierced with a fork.NoteFor best flavor, use tart apples like Granny Smith or Jonagold to balance the sweetness of the filling.
Serve warm with a dollop of vanilla ice cream or a splash of cream for an extra indulgent treat.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or slow cooker.
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