Homemade Apple Pie Filling

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Servings: 5 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Cinnamon-spiced apple filling perfect for freezing and using in future pies
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Homemade Apple Pie Filling

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 5 Calories: 561.6

Description

This homemade apple pie filling is the ultimate time-saver for baking enthusiasts. By preparing a large batch of spiced, tender apples, you can freeze them for up to a year and have pie-ready filling on demand. The recipe uses classic baking apples, balanced with lemon juice to prevent browning, and thickened with cornstarch for a perfect texture. Warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg infuse the filling with cozy, aromatic flavors. It is an excellent way to preserve the harvest or prepare ahead for holiday baking. Simply thaw and spoon into your favorite pie crust for a delicious, home-style dessert without the hassle of peeling and slicing apples on the day of baking.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Peel and slice approximately 6 lbs of baking apples into uniform slices.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with 3 tablespoons of lemon juice to prevent browning, then set aside.
  3. In a large Dutch oven over medium heat, combine 4 1/2 cups sugar, 1 cup cornstarch, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  4. Add 10 cups of water to the dry ingredients and stir to combine.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly until the cornstarch dissolves and the liquid thickens slightly.
  6. Boil for 2 minutes while continuing to stir constantly.
  7. Add the prepared apples to the pot and return the mixture to a boil.
  8. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until the apples are tender, about 6 to 8 minutes.
  9. Remove from heat and let the filling cool for 30 minutes.
  10. Ladle the warm filling into freezer-safe containers, leaving 1/2 inch headspace at the top.
  11. Allow containers to cool at room temperature for no longer than 1.5 hours before sealing.
  12. Seal containers tightly and freeze for up to 12 months.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 5

Amount Per Serving
Calories 561.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.2g4%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 10.8mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 151.2g51%
Dietary Fiber 25.9g104%
Sugars 108.0g
Protein 3.2g7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

This recipe yields enough filling for approximately five 9-inch pies.

Use firm baking apples such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn for the best texture and flavor.

To use, thaw the filling overnight in the refrigerator or at room temperature before baking.

Do not leave the filling at room temperature for more than 1.5 hours before freezing to ensure food safety.

Keywords: apple, pie, filling, homemade, cinnamon, freeze, dessert, baking, cornstarch, lemon, nutmeg, spiced, preserving, batch, tender, crust, holiday, harvest, easy, classic
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