Homemade Apple Pie Filling
If you love apple pie, you are going to love this homemade apple pie filling recipe. It's the perfect addition to your favorite fall apple pie recipe.
Fall is here and everything apple is here too. This apple pie filling recipe works well for apple crisp, apple pie cookies, mini apple pies, and simply enjoyed warm over ice cream. You can even use it as a topping for pancakes, waffles, or oatmeal for a cozy breakfast treat. The homemade flavors are unbeatable, and it's perfect for making ahead and freezing for whenever you're craving that classic apple goodness.
How to Make Homemade Apple Pie Filling From Scratch
The ingredients and directions listed below walk you through making this amazing homemade apple pie filling recipe.It's simple to follow and uses everyday ingredients, so you can whip up a batch whenever you're ready for some fall-inspired desserts. Whether you're baking a pie or looking for a quick topping, this recipe has you covered!
This recipe will makes about 3 cups. If you need extra, simply double or triple the recipe to enjoy this delicious pie filling.
Homemade Apple Pie Filling Ingredients
- 4 cups apples, sliced and peeled
- ½ cup sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 cup warm water
How To Make Apple Pie Filling
- In a bowl, add ¾ cup warm water, lemon juice and sliced apples. Toss the apples in the mixture to prevent browning.
- In a saucepan, combine cornstarch and ¼ cup of water and whisk until blended.
- Add sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg to the saucepan, and whisk to combine.
- Pour contents from bowl filled with apples into the saucepan and stir. Cook on low heat for 10 minutes or until apples have softened.
- Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool and thicken before using.
Notes: To prepare a traditional pie, this recipe would need to be doubled.
More Fall Recipe Ideas
- Homemade Pie Crust
- Apple and Raisin Stuffed Acorn Squash
- Apple Cranberry Pie in a Jar
- Apple Pie Stuffed Apples
Homemade Apple Pie Filling
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients
- 4 cups apples, sliced and peeled
- ½ cup sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 cup warm water
Instructions
- In a bowl, add ¾ cup warm water, lemon juice and sliced apples. Toss the apples in the mixture to prevent browning.
- In a saucepan, combine cornstarch and ¼ cup of water and whisk until blended.
- Add sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg to the saucepan, and whisk to combine.
- Pour contents from bowl filled with apples into the saucepan and stir. Cook on low heat for 10 minutes or until apples have softened.
- Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool and thicken before using.
Notes
Notes: This recipe works well for apple crisp, apple pie cookies, mini apple pies, and simply enjoyed warm over ice cream. To prepare a traditional pie, this recipe would need to be doubled.
