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The Best Homemade Apple Pie Filling Recipe

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Make this quick, easy stovetop apple pie filling from scratch. It features tender apple slices in a sweet, spiced glaze, perfect for pies or desserts.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large apples (like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced 1/4-inch thick
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, water, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and salt in a large saucepan.
  2. Toss the ingredients gently to coat the apples evenly.
  3. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture begins to simmer and the apples start to soften, about 8 to 10 minutes.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water until smooth to create a slurry.
  5. Pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering apple mixture while stirring constantly.
  6. Continue to cook, stirring, until the filling thickens significantly and becomes glossy, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  7. Remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the butter until it melts completely.
  8. Let the apple pie filling cool completely before using it in your pie crust or storing it.

Notes

  • For a thicker filling, increase the cornstarch to 4 tablespoons.
  • You can substitute half of the granulated sugar with maple syrup for a different flavor profile.
  • This filling is excellent for canning or freezing; cool completely before sealing in jars or freezer-safe containers.

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