Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this classic apple pie filling, perfect for elevating any apple pie recipe or serving as a delightful topping for your favorite desserts. Made with tart Granny Smith apples and a blend of spices, this filling strikes the perfect balance between sweetness and zest. With an easy-to-follow method, you’ll have a delicious homemade filling ready in no time, ideal for family gatherings or cozy evenings at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large Granny Smith apples (peeled, cored, sliced)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 cup cold water
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix sliced apples with granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Toss to coat.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add the apple mixture and cook for 10-15 minutes until apples soften slightly.
- Whisk cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl to create a slurry. Pour into the simmering apple mixture while stirring constantly.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens to your desired consistency.
- Remove from heat and let cool before using or transferring to a serving bowl.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert Component
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/2 cup (125g)
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 3mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg