Homemade Apple Pie Filling
If you’re in search of a warm, comforting dessert that feels like a hug from home, our Homemade Apple Pie Filling is just the recipe for you. This delightful filling showcases sweet apples combined with aromatic spices, creating a perfect blend of flavors that will fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this versatile filling can be used in classic apple pies, as a topping for pancakes, or even layered in crumbles. Plus, it’s made with simple ingredients you probably already have on hand!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 9 cups fresh apples (peeled, cored, and chopped)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 cups white sugar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon coarse sea salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, toss the chopped apples with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- In a Dutch oven or saucepan, mix the sugars, cornstarch, spices, and salt. Add 4 cups of water and bring to a low simmer.
- Stir in the apples and cook covered for about 6-10 minutes until tender.
- Remove from heat and let cool completely before using.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (125g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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