Homemade Apple Pie Filling is a delicious blend of fresh apples and sweet spices, perfect for a classic apple pie or to add to many other desserts. This recipe combines cinnamon and brown sugar to create a warm, rich flavor, with soft apple chunks that hold their texture. It can be used to fill pies, or served as a topping for ice cream, pancakes, or even as a snack on its own.
★Ingredients
1 tablespoon lemon juice
6 cups apples (peeled, cored, and sliced)
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup light brown sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups water
★Instructions
Prepare the Apples: Toss the sliced apples with lemon juice in a large bowl to prevent them from browning.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
Cook the Filling: In a large pot, add water and the sugar mixture. Stir constantly over medium heat until the mixture begins to thicken and bubble.
Add Apples: Once the mixture is thickened, add the apples to the pot. Stir to coat them evenly in the sauce.
Simmer: Cook the apples in the sauce for about 10 minutes, or until they soften but still hold their shape.
Finish: Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Store: Allow the filling to cool, then transfer to sterilized jars for canning or storage. Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer.
You can use this apple pie filling for pies, pastries, or as a topping for pancakes or ice cream!