4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Warm Apple Pudding
This 4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Warm Apple Pudding is the ultimate cozy dessert when you want something sweet, homemade, and comforting without a lot of effort. Made with simple pantry staples and fresh apples, this easy crockpot apple pudding cooks low and slow until the apples become soft and saucy and the cake topping turns tender and spoonable.
Inspired by old-fashioned apple pudding and classic apple cobbler recipes, this slow cooker version lets you dump everything in and walk away. By dinnertime, your kitchen smells like fall, and dessert is warm, rich, and ready to serve straight from the crockpot.
Perfect for busy weeknights, Sunday family dinners, holidays, or cold winter evenings, this warm apple dessert is guaranteed to feel like a hug in a bowl.
Why You’ll Love This Slow Cooker Apple Pudding:
Only 4 ingredients simple, budget-friendly, and no fancy baking skills required
Hands-off slow cooker recipe no oven needed, ideal for busy days
Warm and comforting perfect fall and winter dessert
Family-friendly kids and adults both love it
Flexible and customizable easy to add spices, nuts, or caramel
Minimal cleanup everything cooks in one crockpot
Apples also provide natural sweetness and fiber, making this dessert feel a little lighter than traditional baked cakes or pies.
Ingredients:
6 cups peeled, cored, and sliced apples (about 5–6 medium apples, any baking variety)
1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix (dry mix only)
½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
½ cup apple juice or apple cider
Directions:
Lightly grease a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Add the sliced apples to the bottom of the slow cooker, spreading them into an even layer.
Pour the apple juice or apple cider evenly over the apples to create a soft, saucy base.
Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the apples. Do not stir.
Drizzle the melted butter over the cake mix, covering as much of the surface as possible.
Cover and cook:
HIGH: 2½–3 hours
LOW: 4–5 hours
The apples should be very tender, and the topping set and lightly golden around the edges.
Turn off the slow cooker and let the pudding rest for 10 minutes to thicken slightly.
Spoon into bowls and serve warm.
Serving Suggestions:
Top with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a classic finish
Sprinkle with cinnamon or powdered sugar for a cozy touch
Serve in mugs or ramekins for an easy, crowd-pleasing dessert
Pair with sharp cheddar cheese for a sweet-and-savory contrast
Variations & Tips:
Classic Cinnamon Flavor: Toss apples with 1–2 teaspoons cinnamon and 1 tablespoon brown sugar
Lighter Option: Use reduced-sugar cake mix and replace butter with ⅓ cup oil
Kid-Friendly Texture: Slice apples very thin or dice small so they cook down smoothly
Crunchy Topping: Add ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts before drizzling butter
Caramel Apple Twist: Drizzle ¼ cup caramel sauce over the apples before adding cake mix
Make-Ahead Tip: Prep apples earlier and store with lemon juice in the fridge
This recipe is also great for kids to help with, making it a fun and easy family dessert.
