Description
This Best Apple Pie Filling recipe is a homemade classic that features fresh apples, warm cinnamon, and a rich, buttery spiced syrup. Perfect for pies, crisps, or toppings, this easy filling recipe uses pantry staples and freezes beautifully. Make your desserts unforgettable with this must-have apple filling!
Ingredients
6 cups sliced apples
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup water
2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
1. Peel, core, and slice the apples to about 1/4-inch thickness. Toss them with lemon juice and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and water. Stir over medium heat until the mixture becomes thick and glossy.
3. Add the apple slices to the skillet and cook for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring often, until the apples are tender but still hold their shape.
4. Stir in the butter until fully melted and the sauce looks rich and smooth.
5. Remove from heat and let the filling cool completely before using in your pie or storing.
Notes
Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for the best flavor.
The filling will thicken more as it cools.
You can freeze the filling for up to 3 months in a freezer-safe container.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of filling
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 5mg