How to Make Slow Cooker Baked Apples in Foil
Step 1: Prep the Apples
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Wash and core the apples, leaving the bottom intact to hold the filling.
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Slice a thin layer off the bottom if needed so they sit flat.
Step 2: Mix the Filling
In a small bowl, combine:
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Brown sugar
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Cinnamon
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Chopped nuts or raisins
Step 3: Stuff and Top
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Place each apple on a square of heavy-duty aluminum foil.
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Spoon the cinnamon-sugar mixture into the center of each apple.
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Add a small pat of butter on top of each filled apple.
Step 4: Wrap Tightly
Fold the foil up and around each apple, sealing the top well but leaving a little space inside for steam circulation.
Step 5: Slow Cook
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Arrange foil-wrapped apples in the slow cooker.
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Cover and cook on LOW for 3–4 hours or until tender when pierced with a fork.
No water is needed—the apples release their own juices as they cook.
What Makes Them So Good?
As the apples slowly soften, the butter melts into the cinnamon-sugar filling, creating a syrupy sauce inside each foil packet. The fruit becomes fork-tender while still holding its shape.
The flavor is:
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Sweet but not overpowering
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Warm and spiced
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Rich with natural apple juices
It’s like apple pie—without the crust or fuss.
Serving Ideas
Open the foil carefully (watch the steam!) and serve warm:
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With a scoop of vanilla ice cream
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Drizzled with caramel sauce
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Over Greek yogurt for breakfast
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With a dollop of whipped cream
You can even spoon the extra sauce from the foil over the top for added flavor.
Helpful Tips
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Use firm apples so they don’t collapse during cooking.
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For a lighter version, reduce the sugar slightly.
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Add a splash of vanilla extract for deeper flavor.
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Sprinkle oats inside for a crumble-style filling.
Why You’ll Make These Again
These slow cooker baked apples are:
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Budget-friendly
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Family-approved
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Perfect for holidays or weeknights
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Easy to prepare ahead
They’re the kind of dessert that feels nostalgic yet effortless. Just five ingredients, a little foil, and a few hours later—you’ve got a warm, comforting treat that tastes like home.
