🍏 Homemade Apple Pie Filling 🍯🥧
Introduction
This Homemade Apple Pie Filling is the perfect way to bring that cozy, sweet apple flavor to your pies, tarts, and desserts. It’s fresh, flavorful, and made from scratch — no canned filling needed! 🍎
Ingredients
- 5 apples (peeled, cored, and sliced)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Peel, core, and slice the apples evenly.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, and water. Stir and cook over medium heat until the mixture thickens and starts to bubble.
- Add the sliced apples and lemon juice. Stir gently until apples are coated in the syrup.
- Simmer for 10–15 minutes until the apples soften but still hold their shape.
- Remove from heat and let cool completely before storing in jars.
- Keep refrigerated or freeze for later use in pies, pastries, or crumbles.
Tips
- Use firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best texture.
- Add a splash of vanilla extract for extra flavor.
- Perfect for topping pancakes, waffles, or oatmeal too!
Benefits
Homemade filling means no preservatives, no artificial flavors — just real fruit and natural sweetness. Plus, your kitchen will smell amazing! 🍏✨
Conclusion
Once you try making your own apple pie filling, you’ll never go back to store-bought! Sweet, spiced, and ready to fill your favorite desserts — this recipe is pure comfort in a jar. 🥧💛