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Taylor Svetlichny

Apple Pie Filling Recipe

Learn how to make pie filling from fresh apples with this easy homemade recipe. Soft, cinnamon-spiced apples perfect for pies, crisps, and freezing ahead.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 1 pie
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 60
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/3 cup butter
  • 5 cups peeled and chopped apples
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Melt butter in a skillet. Add apples and lemon juice. Cook 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in remaining ingredients and cook 4 to 5 more minutes until thickened and soft.
  3. Cool before using or storing.

Notes

  • Freezes well for up to 3 months
  • Use in pies, crisps, turnovers, or on oatmeal
  • Make ahead for Thanksgiving or fall baking