apple pie filling
This homemade apple pie filling recipe is quick to prepare and tastes far better than canned versions. Perfect for storing in the freezer and having fresh filling ready for pies and other desserts.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
- 0.5 unit lemon juice juice of half a lemon
- 3 cups water
- 1.33 cups granulated sugar
- 0.33 cups cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Place apples in a large bowl and toss them with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- In a medium saucepan, mix water, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg. Stir to combine, then bring to a boil over medium heat while stirring frequently. Boil for 2 minutes.
- Add the apples to the boiling mixture, reduce heat to simmer, cover, and cook, stirring often, until apples are softened, about 5 to 8 minutes.
- Pour the filling into jars and let cool to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate. The filling will thicken further as it cools.
Notes
Store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for longer storage. This filling works great not only for pies but also for tarts, turnovers, and as a topping for pancakes or ice cream.