Name: Slow Cooker Apple Cinnamon Pudding recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 4 h
Total time: 4 h 30 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 medium apples, peeled, cored and diced; 3 cups milk (or almond milk); ½ cup packed brown sugar; 3 large eggs; 3 tablespoons cornstarch; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg; ¼ teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons butter, melted; Optional: ⅓ cup raisins or chopped walnuts

Warm and comforting Slow Cooker Apple Cinnamon Pudding is a cozy dessert featuring tender apples, fragrant cinnamon, and a silky smooth base.

This effortless crockpot recipe transforms simple ingredients into a luscious, spiced pudding that captures all the best flavors of fall in every spoonful.

Why You’ll Love This recipe

This Slow Cooker Apple Cinnamon Pudding is the ultimate hassle-free comfort dessert. The slow cooker gently cooks the apples until perfectly tender while infusing the pudding with warm cinnamon aroma that fills your home like fresh-baked pie.

It’s incredibly moist, lightly spiced, and not overly sweet, making it perfect for family dinners, holiday gatherings, or cozy nights in. You’ll love how it requires minimal prep yet delivers impressive bakery-style results. Serve it warm with a scoop of ice cream or whipped cream for pure bliss.

Yield: 6 servings

Slow Cooker Apple Cinnamon Pudding recipe

Tender apple cinnamon pudding cooked slowly to warm, spiced perfection in the crockpot.

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 4 hours

Additional Time 15 minutes

Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes

Ingredients

4 medium apples, peeled, cored and diced
3 cups milk (or almond milk)
½ cup packed brown sugar
3 large eggs
3 tablespoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter, melted
Optional: ⅓ cup raisins or chopped walnuts

Instructions

Prep your slow cooker: Lightly grease your crockpot or line it with parchment paper for easy serving later.
Layer the apples: Spread the diced apples evenly across the bottom of the slow cooker.
Mix the dry base: In a bowl, whisk together brown sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
Create the custard: In another bowl, beat the eggs, then whisk in the milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth.
Combine everything: Pour the dry mixture into the wet ingredients and whisk well until lump-free and fragrant.
Add extras: Stir in raisins or walnuts if using, then gently pour the mixture over the apples.
Set for magic: Cover and cook on LOW for 3 to 4 hours, stirring gently once halfway through.
Check readiness: The pudding is done when the apples are tender and the custard has thickened nicely.
Final gentle stir: Turn off the heat and give the pudding one last light stir for even distribution.
Serve with love: Let it cool slightly, then spoon into bowls. Enjoy warm with whipped cream, ice cream, or a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Notes

Cooking time varies by slow cooker — start checking at 3 hours. The pudding thickens more as it cools. For a smoother texture, you can blend part of the mixture after cooking.

Recipe Tips and Tricks

Use firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp that hold their shape.
Dice apples evenly for consistent texture.
Stir gently halfway through to distribute spices.
Line your slow cooker with parchment for easy serving.
Adjust cinnamon to taste for your preferred spice level.

Ingredients Notes

arm spice. Brown sugar adds rich molasses notes and helps create a beautiful caramelized undertone.

Eggs and milk (or almond milk) form the creamy custard base. Cornstarch ensures the perfect silky thickness. Vanilla extract rounds out the flavors, and a touch of butter adds luxurious richness. Nutmeg enhances the cozy fall profile beautifully.

Variations and Substitutions

Make it Apple Cinnamon Bread Pudding by adding cubed bread. For a dairy-free version, use almond or oat milk. Add chopped walnuts or pecans for crunchy texture.

Turn it into Caramel Apple Pudding by drizzling in caramel sauce near the end. Use maple syrup instead of brown sugar for deeper flavor. Add raisins or dried cranberries for chewy sweetness. For a lighter version, reduce sugar and boost spices.

Storage Options

Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in the microwave with a splash of milk. Not recommended for freezing as the texture may separate, though it can be done for up to 1 month.