The Ultimate Slow Cooker Apple Crumble (or Cobbler!) Recipe 🍁
✨ Introduction: The Magic of Hands-Off Dessert Making
Welcome to the coziest corner of your kitchen! If you love the comforting flavors of warm, spiced apples and a buttery, sweet crumble topping, but dread the fuss of turning on the oven, this recipe is your new best friend. Our Slow Cooker Apple Crumble (or some might call it a Slow Cooker Apple Cobbler—we’ll explain the difference later! ) is the ultimate easy, set-it-and-forget-it dessert.
This recipe delivers a dessert that’s perfect for fall gatherings, holiday meals, or just a simple, cozy evening treat. The slow cooker method ensures the apples become wonderfully tender and infused with warming spices, while the topping achieves a delightful cake-like and crumbly texture. Get ready for your kitchen to smell like a dream!
Page 1: Ingredients & Step-by-Step Instructions
Ingredients You’ll Need for the Perfect Crumble
To make this delightful slow-cooked dessert, you’ll need two main components: the Apple Filling and the Crumble Topping.
For the Spiced Apple Filling:
8 medium $\rightarrow$ 10 small firm apples (A mix of Granny Smith and Fuji/Honeycrisp is ideal for flavor and texture!)
1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar (adjust to apple sweetness)
1/4 cup (50g) light brown sugar, packed 🍯
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or cornstarch for a gluten-free option)
1 tablespoon lemon juice 🍋
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves (optional, but highly recommended!)
1/2 cup (120ml) water or apple cider
For the Buttery Crumble Topping:
1 1/2 cups (180g) all-purpose flour
1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
1/2 cup (110g) packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 stick (1/2 cup, 113g) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
Tip: For a quicker “cobbler” topping, you can substitute this with a yellow cake mix!
Step-by-Step Instructions: Filling the Pot
Follow these simple steps for a truly effortless dessert!
Phase 1: Preparing the Apples
Peel, core, and dice all your apples into roughly 1-inch chunks. Try to keep them uniform in size so they cook evenly.
In a large bowl, combine the diced apples with the granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour (or cornstarch), lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
Toss gently until all the apple pieces are evenly coated with the spice mixture.
Lightly grease the inside of your slow cooker insert (a 4-to-6-quart cooker works best).
Pour the spiced apple mixture into the bottom of the slow cooker.
Pour the 1/2 cup of water or cider over the apples. Do not stir! This liquid is crucial for generating the steam needed for the slow-cooking process. 💨
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