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Apple Pie Filling

A homemade apple pie filling that's comforting and delicious, ready for all your baking needs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 68 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 95
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 6-7 medium apples peeled, cored, and sliced into 1/4-inch thick wedges
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Equipment

  • Sharp chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Large stainless steel or glass bowl
  • Medium saucepan
  • Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Vegetable peeler or paring knife
  • Colander (optional, for draining excess liquid)

Method
 

  1. Peel, core, and slice your apples into 1/4-inch thick wedges.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and salt.
  3. Pour the dry mixture over your prepared apples and add lemon juice and vanilla extract. Gently toss everything together.
  4. Allow the apple mixture to sit at room temperature for 5 minutes.
  5. Place a medium saucepan over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter, allowing it to melt.
  6. Transfer the apple mixture into the hot saucepan, stirring gently every minute or so.
  7. Continue cooking for 15 to 20 minutes until the apples are tender and the liquid thickens.
  8. Remove the filling from heat and transfer it to a bowl to cool for at least 10 minutes.

Notes

Use fresh apples for the best flavor and texture. This filling can be used in pies, tarts, or served over vanilla ice cream.