Description
This homemade Apple Pie Filling is a delightful mix of tart and sweet flavors, perfect for any pie or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 granny smith apples
- or honey crisp apples
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons apple juice
- or water
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- or all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon apple juice
- or water
Instructions
- Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin wedges.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and cinnamon, stirring to coat the apples.
- Cook for about 5-7 minutes, until the apples begin to soften.
- Stir in 3 tablespoons of apple juice or water, and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch or flour with 1 tablespoon of apple juice or water to create a slurry.
- Add the slurry to the apple mixture, stirring until the filling thickens.
- Remove from heat and let cool before using in your favorite pie recipe.
Notes
This filling can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week and can also be frozen for later use.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup
- Calories: 25 g
- Sugar: 30 mg
- Sodium: 4 g
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 0.5 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
Keywords: apple pie filling, dessert, baking, granny smith apples, pie recipe