Crockpot Apple Pie Stew
A warm, cozy, and effortless apple dessert that tastes just like apple pie—without the crust. This Crockpot Apple Pie Stew is the ultimate Crockpot Apple Dessert, perfect for serving over ice cream, pancakes, or just eating straight from the bowl.
Servings 6
Ingredients
- 6 large apples Granny Smith and Honeycrisp work best
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon allspice
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup apple cider or water
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Chop the apples – Peel, core, and dice them into bite-sized pieces.
- Mix ingredients – Add apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, lemon juice, apple cider (or water), and salt to your crockpot. Stir well.
- Slow cook – Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours (or HIGH for 2-3 hours) until apples are soft.
- Thicken the sauce – Mix cornstarch and water, then stir it into the crockpot. Let it cook another 20-30 minutes until thickened.
- Add vanilla and serve – Stir in vanilla extract, then serve warm.
Notes
Serving Ideas
- Over vanilla ice cream
- Topped with granola and yogurt for breakfast
- Spooned over pancakes or waffles
- Straight from the bowl with a spoon
Storing & Reheating
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months.
- Reheat: Warm in the microwave or on the stove until heated through.