Apple Tapioca Crock Pot

Indulge in the cozy, autumnal charm of this Apple Tapioca Crock Pot recipe, a slow-cooked dessert that blends tender, cinnamon-spiced apples with creamy, pearl tapioca for a comforting treat. Perfectly sweetened with a mix of brown sugar and granulated sugar, this dish is lightly flavored with warm spices like nutmeg and cinnamon, while a hint of vanilla adds depth. The magic happens in the crock pot, where minimal prep time leads to a hands-off 4-5 hour cooking process, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Serve this rich, pudding-like dessert warm, either on its own or paired with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent finish. Whether you’re embracing fall flavors or craving a classic comfort food, this easy slow-cooker apple dessert is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 medium apples (peeled, cored, and sliced)
• 0.5 cups small pearl tapioca (uncooked)
• 0.5 cups brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 cups water
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin wedges, and set them aside.

Step 2

Rinse the small pearl tapioca in cold water and let it drain for a few minutes.

Step 3

In a crock pot, layer the sliced apples evenly on the bottom.

Step 4

Sprinkle the tapioca pearls over the apples, distributing them evenly.

Step 5

In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Mix well.

Step 6

Sprinkle the sugar and spice mixture over the apples and tapioca in the crock pot.

Step 7

Dot the mixture with pieces of butter scattered across the top.

Step 8

Pour the water evenly over the ingredients in the crock pot.

Step 9

Cover the crock pot with its lid and set it to cook on Low for 4 to 5 hours, or until the apples are tender and the tapioca has thickened into a creamy consistency.

Step 10

Once cooked, stir in the vanilla extract and mix gently to combine.

Step 11

Serve warm as-is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1647.5 grams (1647.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1545

Total Fat 26.30g	34%
Saturated Fat 14.30g	72%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 62mg	21%
Sodium 640mg	28%
Total Carbohydrate 344.20g	125%
Dietary Fiber 24.30g	87%
Total Sugars 214.20g
Protein 3.30g	7%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 202mg	16%
Iron 4mg	20%
Potassium 1103mg	23%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 14.6%

Protein: 0.8%

Carbs: 84.6%