Fruit & Nut Baked Apples

Directions

1. Scoop out center of each apple, leaving 1½-inch-wide cavity about ½-inch from bottom.
2. Peel top of apple down about 1 inch.
3. Brush peeled edges evenly with lemon juice.
4. Mix apricots, walnuts, brown sugar and cinnamon in small bowl.
5. Add butter; mix well.
6. Spoon mixture evenly into apple cavities.
7. Pour 1/2 cup water in bottom of crock pot.
8. Place 2 apples in bottom of pot.
9. Arrange remaining 2 apples above but not directly on top of bottom apples.
10. Cover and cook on low 3 to 4 hours or until apples are tender.
11. Serve warm or at room temperature with caramel ice cream topping, if desired