Description
Skip the can—this homemade apple pie filling is packed with tender apples, warm spices, and just the right touch of sweetness. Whether you’re baking a pie, layering it into pastries, or spooning it over pancakes, this filling brings cozy flavor to everything it touches.
Ingredients
6 cups peeled, cored, and sliced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work great)
¾ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup cornstarch
1½ tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
Pinch of salt
2 cups water
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
In a large saucepan, combine sugars, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Whisk in water until smooth.
Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened, about 5–7 minutes.
Add apple slices and stir to coat. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10–15 minutes, until apples are tender.
Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and vanilla extract.
Let cool completely if storing or using later.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 130 Per ½ cup
- Carbohydrates: 34g Per ½ cup
- Fiber: 1g Per ½ cup