This slow cooked apple peach sauce is a perfect combination of sweet and tangy flavors. It's a great way to use up seasonal fruits and can be enjoyed on its own or as a topping for yogurt, oatmeal, pancakes, or ice cream. The slow cooker method makes it easy to prepare and enhances the natural sweetness of the fruits.
Ingredients
- 6 apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
- 4 peaches, peeled, pitted, and chopped
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup water
Directions
- Place the chopped apples and peaches in a slow cooker.
- Add brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and water to the slow cooker.
- Stir everything well to combine.
- Cover and cook on low heat for 4 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Once the fruits are soft and the mixture is thickened, use a potato masher to mash the fruits lightly for a chunky sauce or blend with an immersion blender for a smoother texture.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
- Serve warm or cold, and store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Interesting Facts
This apple peach sauce can be canned for long-term storage.
The slow cooking process helps to concentrate the flavors of the fruits.
You can customize the spices in this recipe to suit your taste preferences.