Who ever thought you could make such a delicious dessert in a slow cooker? This old-time favorite goes together quickly, and it’s such a treat to come home to the comforting aroma of cinnamon baked apples.
—PAT SPARKS ST. CHARLES, MO
PREP: 15 MIN. • COOK: 4 HOURS • MAKES: 4 SERVINGS
4 large tart apples, cored
1/2 cup apple juice
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
12 Red Hots
1/4 cup butter
8 caramels
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Whipped cream, optional
1. Peel about 3/4 in. off the top of each apple; place in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Pour juice over apples. Fill the center of each apple with 2 tablespoons of sugar, three Red Hots, 1 tablespoon butter and two caramels. Sprinkle with cinnamon.
2. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or until the apples are tender. Serve immediately with whipped cream if desired.