Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of homemade apple pie filling, a versatile and easy-to-make addition to your dessert repertoire. This sweet and spiced mixture is perfect for classic apple pies, but it also shines in tarts, crumbles, and as a topping for pancakes and waffles. With fresh apples and no preservatives, this filling delivers pure flavor that will elevate any occasion—from family gatherings to festive celebrations. Customize the sweetness and spice levels to suit your palate, and enjoy the satisfaction of preparing a delicious treat from scratch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 cups fresh apples (peeled, cored, and chopped)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 cups white sugar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon coarse sea salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, toss the chopped apples with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- In a Dutch oven or large saucepan, combine white sugar, brown sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, sea salt, and add 4 cups of water. Bring to a low simmer.
- Stir in the prepared apples and cover; cook for 6-10 minutes until tender but not mushy.
- Remove from heat and let cool completely before using or storing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg